Genetic Counselling is for anyone who has questions or concerns about the risk of inheriting, developing, or passing on a genetic disease.
Gene Counsel Caribbean provides genetic counselling for a wide range of
genetic conditions. This involves assessing the family history, discussing test options (or the results of testing already done), and supporting your understanding of what the results may mean for your health and your family.
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My goal is to empower you with clear information to help you make informed decisions that allow you and your family to manage your current and future health.
See below for examples of who may benefit from genetic counselling.
Hereditary Cancer Counselling
You may benefit from genetic counselling if:
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You have been diagnosed with cancer or have family members with cancer. Specific risk factors include:
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Young age at diagnosis (<50y for many cancers)
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Many relatives with the same cancer or related cancers (e.g. mother and sister with breast cancer)
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Individuals with more than one primary cancer (e.g. a woman with breast and ovarian cancer)
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Rare cancer types (e.g. medullary thyroid cancer)
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Your relative has been found to have a hereditary cancer predisposition (e.g. BRCA1 mutation, Lynch syndrome).
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You have been found to have a gene mutation associated with hereditary cancer and want to discuss screening recommendations and options for managing your health.
Reproductive & Prenatal Counselling
You may benefit from genetic counselling if:
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You want to review your family history and any possible risks of genetic disease in your children.
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You are planning a pregnancy and want to know about general risks of having a child with a genetic condition.
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You want to discuss genetic testing and screening options before conceiving or during a pregnancy.
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You or your partner have a genetic condition or have already had a child with a genetic condition.
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You are planning to use an egg or sperm donor who carries a genetic condition.
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You were diagnosed with a genetic cause of infertility.
General Genetic Counselling
You may benefit from genetic counselling if:
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A physician or specialist has diagnosed you with a disease that may be hereditary (e.g. cardiomyopathy, muscular dystrophy). Testing is arranged in collaboration with your physician or specialist.
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You have a family history of a genetic disease or of a disease that may be hereditary (e.g. sickle cell disease, familial hypercholesterolemia).
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You have already done a genetic test and want to discuss your results.
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Your relative has been found to have a gene mutation associated with a specific genetic disease and you want to discuss genetic testing.
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You are interested in predictive testing for common genetic disorders to help you to manage your future health.
Have questions?
Not sure if you want or need genetic counselling?
Book a free 15 minute meet and greet with me.
We’ll have a conversation about your needs and if I can help.
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No commitment necessary.