How is Genetic Testing Performed?
There are a variety of ways to perform genetic testing. The specific method depends on the type of genetic disease being tested, the specific gene or gene mutation being targeted, and the resources available. It is important to note that genetic testing and diagnosis can be complex and may require multiple types of testing to accurately identify a genetic rare disease.
Genetic Testing Process
The entire genetic testing process is transparent, and this article describes how to achieve the genetic testing process at home. From sending the sample to receiving the results, the entire process takes 6 weeks.
1. Collection at Home
Starting the testing process is simple. There are clear instructions in the package to register your DNA kit. The next step is to inject saliva into the provided test tube to collect the DNA sample. Once the decision is made to proceed with genetic testing, the registration and DNA collection process are simple and well documented. The entire process takes about 10 to 15 minutes. We will provide a small USPS prepaid shipping box that you can use to send your sample to the testing laboratory.
2. Sequencing
DNA is accurately extracted from the sample. The extracted DNA is then converted into genomic data that can be analyzed visually and digitally. About 80,000 exon region-based variants are found in the genome sequence. The suspected pathogenic variants are classified through several steps by the AI system. The variants are then sorted in the order most relevant to the patient's symptoms. The classified variants are then listed so that the variant information, symptoms, and evidence can be viewed at a glance through the unique proprietary software Gebra. A clinical geneticist will then finalize the genetic results.
3. What are the home DNA tests?
Ancestry DNA test:
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The time it takes to get results for different tests varies. For paternity tests, you may get results the next day. Health and ancestry tests take about six to eight weeks, while full DNA sequencing can take three months or more.
