Thinking about growing your family? A powerful DNA test can help you prepare for a healthy pregnancy. Find out how! Expanded Carrier Screening: Why is this DNA test considered one of the most important, valuable tests to do pre-pregnancy? How can we avoid passing on severe conditions to the next generation? Tune in to… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Vibrant Gene
FRAXA: searching for answers to the leading cause of inherited autism
As a genetic counselor who focuses on preventative care, I am asked regularly about autism. What causes autism? How can I get screened for autism? Am I at risk of having a baby with autism? Autism is considered a complex condition, with a myriad of possible risk factors. However, there is one exception; the most… Read more »
Next on CCTV – The Zika Virus
The Zika virus has been declared an international public health emergency, with outbreaks across Latin America and the Caribbean. Now the virus is in our own backyard. Did you miss it live? Here’s the recording on our YouTube station: (Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!) How can you protect yourself from infection? Planning… Read more »
Thanks Folks! Vibrant Gene’s Year in Review (2015)
Vibrant Gene Consulting is one year old! It has been a wonderful year, and we have many of you to thank for our success. Here are the highlights of our year in review. RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGHS We were honored that our research involving a father with human chimerism was accepted to be presented at two… Read more »
Giving Birth to Your Sibling’s Baby: The Intriguing Condition of Chimerism
October 5, 2015 You may have seen an episode of CSI where a man is exonerated from a crime he actually committed because he has two different genomes (sets of DNA). At the scene of the crime,… Read more »
Pathway Genomics’ Fit Test: Could It Be Your Path To A Healthy Lifestyle?
More and more genetic tests are available that claim to educate you about important lifestyle choices. But can a genetic test really tell you how to exercise? Optimize your diet? Uncover vitamin deficiencies? We put the Pathway Genomics Fit Test under the microscope by trying it out ourselves. September 15, 2015 Pathway Genomics… Read more »
Color Genomics Offers Genetic Screening for Cancer for $249. This is a Game Changer, But Should Everyone Get Tested? Four Questions to Consider
April 21, 2015 Thanks to new technology, access to genetic testing for heritable cancers is no longer elusive. Until recently, hereditary cancer genetic testing was limited to patients who sought care in high risk cancer clinics. Testing was expensive and reserved for people already diagnosed with cancer or folks who had an extensive family… Read more »
When Should You Call a Genetic Counselor? Take This 1-Minute Quiz.
March 26, 2015 How did Angelina Jolie Make Her Recent Health Decisions? This week Angelina Jolie bravely discussed the elective surgeries she pursued to ensure she will not get ovarian cancer. By her taking proactive measures, she can now reassure her children that she can be present for their weddings. But she did not make theses life-changing decisions… Read more »
Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Lemon Pound Cake by Bella
March 5, 2015 We made this delicious recipe last weekend, and it was the hit of the party! Here’s the recipe, so now you to enjoy a slice of lemony sunshine at home. Servings: Makes 10 servings. • Prep: 15 mins • Total: 55 mins Ingredients: 4 large eggs2 cups sugar [or 1 C, if less… Read more »
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing Pros and Cons
Part 1: What is DTC Genetic Testing? February 26, 2015 Last week a company called 23andMe was awarded approval by the Food and Drug Administration to offer genetic testing to you at home. This is the first time the FDA permits a rare disease gene to be screened without a healthcare professional’s involvement. After reading… Read more »