At Hypermobility Canada, we offer genetic testing to help identify possible genetic causes of your hypermobility symptoms. Because many inherited connective tissue disorders have similar signs and symptoms, it can be difficult to know exactly which genes should be tested.
Instead of testing just a few genes, we use advanced technology that captures genetic information from thousands of genes at the same time. We then focus our analysis on the genes most closely linked to your symptoms and conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and other hereditary connective tissue disorders.
One advantage of this approach is that your genetic data is securely stored. If your symptoms change in the future or your healthcare provider recommends looking at additional genes, we may be able to perform further analysis using your existing sample, without the need to collect a new DNA sample. Additional analysis is available for an additional fee.
Understanding Your Results
We strongly recommend meeting with one of our genetic counsellors before proceeding with genetic testing. A genetic counsellor can help you decide whether testing is right for you, explain what the test can and cannot tell you, and answer any questions you may have.
A negative (normal) test result does not always mean there is no genetic cause for your symptoms. While our testing looks at many genes known to be associated with hereditary connective tissue disorders, no genetic test can detect every possible genetic change. Some conditions are caused by genetic changes that current testing methods may not identify.
If your symptoms or family history strongly suggest a specific condition, your healthcare provider or genetic counsellor may recommend additional or more specialized testing.
For example, some people with features suggestive of classical or vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome may benefit from targeted testing of certain genes if no genetic cause is found on the initial analysis.
After your results are available, one of our genetic counsellors will meet with you to explain what your results mean, answer your questions, and provide you with a copy of your report. If you wish to explore additional testing or discuss next steps in your care, we encourage you to share your results with your primary care provider or another qualified healthcare professional, who can determine whether any further evaluation or testing is appropriate based on your medical history and symptoms.
We strongly recommend meeting with one of our genetic counsellors before proceeding with genetic testing. A genetic counsellor can help you decide whether testing is right for you, explain what the test can and cannot tell you, and answer any questions you may have.
A negative (normal) test result does not always mean there is no genetic cause for your symptoms. While our testing looks at many genes known to be associated with hereditary connective tissue disorders, no genetic test can detect every possible genetic change. Some conditions are caused by genetic changes that current testing methods may not identify.
If your symptoms or family history strongly suggest a specific condition, your healthcare provider or genetic counsellor may recommend additional or more specialized testing. For example, some people with features suggestive of classical or vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome may benefit from targeted testing of certain genes if no genetic cause is found on the initial analysis.
After your results are available, one of our genetic counsellors will meet with you to explain what your results mean, answer your questions, and provide you with a copy of your report. If you wish to explore additional testing or discuss next steps in your care, we encourage you to share your results with your primary care provider or another qualified healthcare professional, who can determine whether any further evaluation or testing is appropriate based on your medical history and symptoms.
Genetic Testing Fee Schedule
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