Manage your Health. Discover your DNA
OriGenes supports clinicians and patients in finding genetic answers. Genetic Diagnostics is an interdisciplinary domain merging natural sciences and medicine, demanding proficiency in biochemistry, biology, bioinformatics, and human genetics.
OriGenes established during the global pandemic by a group of specialists who felt the need for holistic genetics services in the community, one that would serve a wide variety of data science interpretation needs.
You may need laboratory testing to check your health, monitor a medical condition, or diagnose an illness. The medical practitioner order tests to get a better understanding of your health.
Laboratory tests are performed by collecting samples, which could be saliva, blood, urine, or tissue, and then analyzing them using specialized equipment and techniques.
Genetic tests are performed to better understand any underlying genetic abnormality that could affect your health.
The most comprehensive genetic test available internationally is that of Whole Exome Sequencing Test also known as WES.
WES focuses on reading the essential parts of your DNA to find clues about diseases. It's like reading the most important chapters of a book and looking for spelling mistakes.
If a problem is detected, your healthcare provider will discuss treatment options and next steps with you. OriGenes also provides genetic counseling as a service.
Coverage varies. Check with your insurance provider to see if they cover this test. Some may cover it for medical necessity.