The John and Marcia Carver Nonprofit Genetic Testing Laboratory

This section contains information on why and how the Carver Laboratory performs genetic testing for rare diseases and how we understand the results of those tests.

• What is genetic testing?
• Is a physician referral necessary?
• Why study disease genes?
• How can genetic testing help me - and my family?
• Does the Carver Lab perform genetic testing on young children?
• What is gene therapy?
• Screening methods: Partial and sequential screening of genes
• Estimating Pathogenic Probability
• "When should a patient get genetically tested? What is the role of a genetic counselor?"
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• I would like to consult with a genetic counselor. How can I locate a genetic counselor in my area?

Articles of Interest

• Genetic Testing for Inherited Eye Disease

Recommended Resources

• Foundation Fighting Blindness
• Genetics Home Reference
• National Society of Genetic Counselors, Inc.

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