Family Planning Genetic Testing:
A Loving First Step for Your Future Family
Every loving parent wants to provide a foundation of health and well-being for their children. Today, that foundation can begin even before conception.
What is Carrier Screening?
Carrier screening is a genetic test that can tell you if you carry a genetic variant for up to 600+ inherited conditions.
One in 4 people carry a genetic variant for an inherited condition. Most carriers are perfectly healthy and often have no family history of the condition they carry. But if both you and your partner are carriers for the same condition, there is a chance your child could be born with it.
Knowing this information ahead of time allows you to explore all your options with your doctor and a genetic counselor, giving you control over your family-building journey.
Why Consider Carrier Screening?
Knowledge from carrier screening doesn't create risk—it illuminates it, so you can plan for it. It's a powerful tool for building your family with awareness and peace of mind.
- Be Proactive, Not Reactive: Gain crucial insights before you become pregnant, giving you time to understand your options and make a plan that feels right for you.
- Protect Your Future Child: Significantly reduce the chance of having a child with a serious, preventable inherited condition.
- Understand Your Genetics: Even with no family history of a condition, you can still be a carrier. This test provides a clear picture that family history alone cannot.
- Gain Peace of Mind: For many couples, screening provides reassurance and confidence as they move forward on their path to parenthood.
- Empower Your Decisions: With clear information, you and your partner can have informed conversations with your healthcare providers about family planning options, including IVF, genetic testing of embryos, or using a donor.
At Hope Genetics, We Support You Through Every Step
We believe this journey should be clear and supported every step of the way.
Order Your At-Home Kit
We'll discreetly mail a simple saliva collection kit directly to your door.
Provide a Simple Sample
Follow the easy instructions to provide your sample from the comfort of your home and mail it back to our certified lab in the prepaid mailer.
Receive Your Results
Within 2-3 weeks, you'll receive a notification that your results are ready to view in your secure, private online portal.
Connect with an Expert
Every test includes a one-on-one virtual session with one of our board-certified genetic counselors. They will walk you through your results, answer every question, and help you understand what they mean for your future family.
Order Your At-Home Kit
We'll discreetly mail a simple saliva collection kit directly to your door.
Provide a Simple Sample
Follow the easy instructions to provide your sample from the comfort of your home and mail it back to our certified lab in the prepaid mailer.
Receive Your Results
Within 2-3 weeks, you'll receive a notification that your results are ready to view in your secure, private online portal.
Connect with an Expert
Every test includes a one-on-one virtual session with one of our board-certified genetic counselors. They will walk you through your results, answer every question, and help you understand what they mean for your future family.
Order Your At-Home Kit
We'll discreetly mail a simple saliva collection kit directly to your door.
Provide a Simple Sample
Follow the easy instructions to provide your sample from the comfort of your home and mail it back to our certified lab in the prepaid mailer.
Receive Your Results
Within 2-3 weeks, you'll receive a notification that your results are ready to view in your secure, private online portal.
Connect with an Expert
Every test includes a one-on-one virtual session with one of our board-certified genetic counselors. They will walk you through your results, answer every question, and help you understand what they mean for your future family.
Who Is Carrier Screening For?
This test is for any individual or couple who is thinking about having children, now or in the future. It is especially valuable for:
- Couples planning a pregnancy.
- Individuals curious about their own carrier status for future planning.
- Anyone who wants to be empowered with genetic knowledge before starting their family.
- Those with a family history of a genetic condition (though it is valuable for everyone).
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Schedule a free 15-minute discovery call to learn more about carrier screening and how it can help you plan for your future family with confidence.
Book a Free Discovery Call