VISTA Carrier Screening Mini Panel PLUS

Description

VISTA Carrier Screening Targeted Panel 2.0 is a genetic carrier screening test designed for individuals and couples who want to understand their risk of passing certain inherited genetic conditions to their future child. It is suitable for people planning a pregnancy, couples who want more information before conception, and pregnant women before 14 weeks of gestation.

This panel screens for 173 genetic conditions, including conditions such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Hemophilia B, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Cystic Fibrosis, Fragile-X Syndrome, Tay-Sachs Disease, Alpha-thalassemia, Beta-thalassemia, and many other inherited disorders.

Many people who are carriers of genetic conditions are healthy and may not have any symptoms or known family history. Carrier screening helps identify whether a person carries specific gene changes that may be passed on to a child. If both partners carry a gene change related to the same condition, there may be an increased chance of having a child affected by that condition.

The test requires a 5 cc blood sample. The appointment usually takes around 10–20 minutes. No fasting is required, and patients do not need to avoid food or water before the blood draw.

Results are typically available within 21 business days and will be delivered by email. If a carrier result is found, consultation with a doctor or genetic counselor may be recommended to help explain the result and discuss possible next steps.