Genetic Testing for Adults: It's Not Just for Babies and Cancer
Genetic testing isn't just for newborns or cancer screening. Adults with unexplained symptoms should consider comprehensive testing.
The Myth of Childhood-Only Diagnosis
Many genetic conditions have adult onset. Many childhood-onset conditions are missed for decades. Newborn screening covers ~35-60 conditions out of 7,000+. The gap between what's screened and what exists is enormous.
Conditions Frequently Diagnosed in Adulthood
Connective tissue disorders (Ehlers-Danlos, Marfan). Hereditary neuropathies. Metabolic conditions with milder adult forms. Hereditary cardiac conditions. Hereditary cancer syndromes beyond BRCA. Retinal degenerations. Hereditary hemochromatosis. Wilson disease.
Signs an Adult Should Get Tested
Chronic symptoms since teens or 20s with no explanation. Family pattern of similar health problems. Diagnosis that doesn't respond to treatment. Multi-system symptoms across specialists. Planning a family with health concerns.
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