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Preconception Genetic Screening: a new Medicare rebate for all Australians

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Over 10 years in the making, there is now Medicare funding towards preconception genetic testing. Our discussion includes 

  • What is preconception genetic screening?
  • Who is a recessive genetic carrier? (tl:dr we all are)
  • How could I be a carrier for a serious genetic condition and yet not be aware of it through my family history?
  • Why has there not been a Medicare rebate before? 
  • When will the new Medicare rebate apply from? 
  • What will this mean in terms of choosing a genetic screening test? 
  • What is achieved by the panel funded for CF/SMA and Fragile X? 
  • What about the Ashkenazi Jewish screening panel and why is that separate?
  • Why should I consider putting my rebate towards expanded panel screening options? 
  • Results are relevant to a reproductive relationship - what does that mean?   

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Guest: Monika Urbanski, Cosmetic Nurse

 

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