Genetic and reproductive counseling is a medical service that helps individuals and couples understand and manage genetic and hereditary risks related to reproduction. This process involves assessing the risk of having offspring with genetic diseases, establishing a prognosis, and offering reproductive options to minimize these risks.
Before starting assisted reproduction treatment, many couples choose to undergo a genetic study that allows them to understand the potential genetic risks for their future child, thus making the best decisions.
Being able to anticipate any possible genetic condition enables a safer and more confident journey, with fewer uncertainties and a greater chance of success in the treatment.
This consultation is carried out by genetic specialists who provide future parents with information on possible genetic conditions, inheritance of diseases, and the risks and implications for the future baby and the family.
Once potential genetic alterations are identified, the team of specialists will assess and explain the implications of the detected genetic conditions, and later present alternatives to minimize the risk of genetic transmission, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) with preimplantation genetic diagnosis.
This process is essential for those with a family history of genetic diseases or who have received a genetic diagnosis and want to explore the best reproductive option for their case.
Designed for couples or individuals with a family history of genetic diseases.
This consultation is recommended for patients who have suffered two or more miscarriages.
In cases where one of the parents carries a chromosomal abnormality.
If the couple already has a child with a genetic disease or chromosomal abnormality before advancing to a new pregnancy.
This type of counseling consultation is recommended for women over 35 years of age.
It is recommended to go to a consultation when any malformation has been detected in the fetus.
It is generally performed before starting assisted reproduction treatment to identify and evaluate any potential genetic risks before conception.
However, this genetic consultation can also be carried out during treatment or even during pregnancy if new concerns arise or abnormalities are detected in prenatal tests.
