Genetic testing for children with cerebral palsy

Your genetic counseling appointment to explore testing options is free, and more than 90% of families pay $0 out of pocket for testing.

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“When your child has multiple diagnoses, it’s natural to ask why?”

Vanessa, medical mom

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Connect with a board-certified genetic counselor from home, in days not months. Probably Genetic covers your appointment cost entirely.

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Complete the symptom questionnaire.

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Meet with a genetic counselor

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Complete the test at home

Complete the test at home

The testing kit is an easy cheek swab.

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Why genetic testing is helpful for children with cerebral palsy

“Once someone is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, clinicians may assume there was a birth injury without investigating the possibility of a genetic cause... We should pursue genetic testing in many cases.” - Dr. Siddharth Srivastava, Boston Children’s Hospital ¹

 

Genetics may play a bigger role than you think

  • About 1 in 4 children with cerebral palsy (CP) who had DNA testing had genetic variants likely to have caused or contributed to their condition. ¹
  • A Geisinger study found 6 genes that conclusively cause cerebral palsy in children.²
  • Genetics may play a contributing role even when there are other identified risk factors for CP. Pinpointing a genetic cause can sometimes redirect care. ¹

 

Sources:

¹ Boston Children’s Hospital

² Geisinger study

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