LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Search for: Testing Services Healthcare Providers Pharma & Lab Services Patients & Parents About CONTACT VIEW RESULTS Genetic Testing What is genetic testing and how it can help you or your child? Genetic testing uses laboratory methods to look at your genes, which are the DNA instructions you inherit from your mother and your father. Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments. Genetic testing can help to: Diagnose a disease Determine how severe a disease is or can be Identify changes in your gene(s) that cause a diagnosis Help your doctor choose the best treatment and medicine for you or your baby Identify changes in your gene(s) that can increase your risk of developing a disease Identify changes in your genes that could be passed on to your children (carrier screening) Screen newborns for certain treatable disorders For more information on genetic testing please visit: https://www.genome.gov/19516567/faq-about-genetic-testing/ PerkinElmer Genomics strives to provide families and health care partners around the globe with access to innovative diagnostic technologies with rapid and high quality results. Ensuring patients have the information they need, when they need it. 250 Industry Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15275 | 866.354.2910 Locations India SiteSweden Site Connect with PerkinElmer Genomics © Copyright 2021 PerkinElmer Genomics LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Cookies on PerkinElmer PerkinElmer uses cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience possible on our website. This may include cookies from third party websites. If you continue without changing your settings, we will assume that you consent to receive cookies from this website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. To learn more, please review our cookie policy, which includes information on how to manage your cookies. Cookie Settings OK