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Brain

Pancreatic

Gastro

Kidney

Thyroid

Bone and Muscle

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Pancreas

Colon

Oesophagus

Thyroid

Prostate

Lung

Renal

Blood

Liver

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Provides most comprehensive view of the genom

Identifies potential causative disease

SNPs and other variations

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The total number of genetic variants you may have are used to calculate Polygenic Risk Scores in order to determine your heritable risk of developing a specific disease. Polygenic risk scores measure genetic susceptibility to a trait and simplify genome-wide genotype data into a single score.

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3-4ml of blood is taken and sent to the lab for genetic extraction

", "SubItems": "" } ], "Questions": [ { "question": "Any Asymptomatic healthy person" }, { "question": "Anyone who wants to know their genetic disease susceptibility." }, { "question": "Family history of cancers or any lifestyle diseases." }, { "question": "Age above 16 years" } ], "faq": [ { "Question": " What is genetic/DNA test?", "Answer": "Any laboratory test done to obtain any specific aspect of the genetic status of an individual is a genetic test. Your blood sample is processed to obtain the genetic material i.e. DNA which is then processed to take out all the genetic information (data) corresponding to a particular health/lifestyle condition. Then the data is analyzed and your genetic report is generated" }, { "Question": "What are the benefits of DNA screening tests?", "Answer": "We all have a unique combination of genes. This alongwith the influence of various environmental factors separates us from each other in terms of appearance, likes/dislikes, susceptibility to diseases, sensitivity to certain types of treatment, etc. While your medical history, lifestyle and environment are responsible for many health related conditions that you may have, your genes also influence your risk of developing them. Genetic DNA screening tests give you insights of your genetic predisposition, which can help you take preventive actions against developing many lifestyle-related conditions, diseases and cancers." }, { "Question": "How is your risk calculated?", "Answer": "In genetics your risk is calculated by polygenic risk score (PRS), it estimates your lifetime genetic risk of developing a disease. Complex diseases such as lifestyle diseases occur as a result of many genomic variants (changes), paired with environmental influences (such as diet, sleep, stress, alcohol consumption and smoking). They are also called polygenic diseases- ‘poly’ means many and ‘genic’ means involving genes. We identify the genomic variants associated with complex diseases by comparing the genomes of individuals with and without the diseases. " }, { "Question": " Why is genetic counselling important?", "Answer": "Genetic testing often gives a large volume of information, some of which may help you with potentially serious conditions. Hence, people who are considering taking a genetic test are strongly advised to seek genetic counselling which involves objective information that will help you and your family make informed decisions based on the results of the test. Genetic counselling will provide you with all the information on genetic tests and options available, which will be best suited to you according to your medical history and family history. Genetic counselling services also involve professional psychological support before and after the test to help you deal with the implications of the test results. It also includes communicating and explaining the results to family members" }, { "Question": "I am an asymptomatic healthy individual, should I go for a genetic test?", "Answer": "This is a genetic screening test, personalized for individuals who want to understand their genetic predisposition for diseases and to improve their health and are ready to consider preventive actions before the disease manifests. As prevention is the key for living a healthy life, any individual can consider taking this test. It can give you a blueprint against which you can take informed preventive actions for a better tomorrow" }, { "Question": " Who needs to do a genetic screening test and who should not be doing the test? Is there an eligibility criteria?", "Answer": "Any individual can take a screening test as there is no harm or risk factors associated with the test. There are no eligibility criteria or limiting factors/restrictions for taking a genetic screening test. What we recommend is to have a genetic counselling session before taking the test as it will help you get the right set of tests and the appropriate information that you are looking for." }, { "Question": " How does Nura do the genetic screening?", "Answer": "The genetic screening test at Nura is tailored to identify common cancers and major lifestyle disease risks that a person's genetic makeup makes them susceptible to. It is a highly personalised test that is unique to individuals undergoing the test. We ensure that the maximum number of biomarkers for each condition are tested as per latest evidence and guidelines from the world of genetic screening." }, { "Question": " What sample will be needed for the testing?", "Answer": "It is a simple blood test where 2-3 ml of your blood will be drawn for the test." }, { "Question": " When will I get my reports?", "Answer": "Reports will be generated within 3-4 weeks, as this is not a routine test and DNA analysis is a time consuming process." }, { "Question": " How often do I need to do a genetic screening test?", "Answer": "As our DNA is a blueprint for our body, genetic screening test is usually a once in a lifetime test. However, individuals who feel that they are leading an unhealthy lifestyle or have environmental risk factors that make them susceptible can get themselves screened at periodic intervals" } ] }