CARRIERADVANCE Focus – Couple panel

An advanced carrier screening test that, using next-generation DNA sequencing techniques, allows us to identify couples at risk of transmitting the most common genetic diseases to their children, identifying DNA mutations of which one or both parents may be unaware carriers.

CARRIERADVANCE Focus – Panel for the COUPLE

Genes analyzed: 30

Genetic diseases investigated: 31 of the most common in the Italian population, including Cystic Fibrosis, Beta Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia and Hereditary Deafness (Type 1A and 1B), Muscular Atrophy (SMA 1) etc.

With this booking the test is performed on both partners.

Preparation for the exam

  • No preparation is required for the exam.
  • It is not necessary to fast.

Result ready in 20-30 working days, also by email.

The test can be done by taking a blood sample or a buccal swab.

ATTENTION: the exam is NOT performed on patients under 10 years of age

For genetic analysis the cost of the sample is €15.00.

(If you have a doctor's recommendation, please bring it to the time of the examination)

How to collect results

Results can be received by email, ordinary mail or collected personally at HeLab from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00.

In case you delegate someone to deliver your sample or to collect your result, it is necessary to present the signed form “Sample delivery form” or “Result collection form” together with the copy of your own ID card and the copy of the person’s ID card you delegate.