Genetic counselling and testing in the field of different diseases

Every year, around 42,000 people in Switzerland develop cancer – primarily breast, prostate, lung, intestinal, or skin cancer. The causes of cancer are very complex. However, in five to ten percent of cases, a higher risk of cancer is caused by hereditary gene variants (mutations).
 

Added value of genetic testing

• More precise diagnosis with specific choice of therapy

• Early introduction of preventive measures (e.g., close medical care) 

• More precise prognosis of the course of the disease

• Reliable information for other family members 
  
   

A person's genetic risk of cardiovascular disease can be tested using genetic counselling and analysis. Personal and family history can be discussed in a personal consultation. Based on this, the appropriate genetic analyses can be selected. Existing cardiovascular disease can be diagnosed and treated more precisely with genetic counselling.

Added value of genetic testing

• Early and targeted preventive measures

• A more precise prognosis of how the disease will progress

• Specific choice and early start of treatment

• Reliable information for other family members (especially first-degree relatives)

Complex diseases are so named because they are conditioned by multiple genes, as well as environmental and social conditions. Although they can be considered DNA diseases, they are not only due to a specific mutation, but to several factors. Thanks to advances in the field of genetics, it is possible to predict your vulnerability to a certain disease based on your DNA.
 

The genetic test for vulnerability to health conditions evaluates the impact of genetics on certain complex conditions by comparing the analysis of your genes with those of thousands of individuals in our database, based on previous studies.
 

Although this factor is important, it is important to note that other factors, such as our lifestyle habits, also play a significant role in the development of such diseases. Therefore, a low genetic risk does not mean immunity, nor does a high risk guarantee that you will develop the disease. With the tellmeGen disease gene study, you will have the opportunity to work with your healthcare professional to take measures to prevent its development in the future if possible.