Genetic Testing – CMT Genie

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Connect with telehealth genetic counselors ready to walk you through your diagnostic journey, a service offered through the HNF-InformedDNA® partnership.

Disclaimer: Please note that HNF does not endorse any specific genetic testing labs. Those mentioned in this breakdown do not include every genetic testing lab that has hereditary neuropathy panels.

This resource was created by Tara Jones, LCGC, member of our TRIAD Council and genetic counselor at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Tara would like to report that she owns stock in Invitae and Myriad Women’s Health, genetic testing companies.

Wish there was an easy guide for genetic testing?
Now there is with the CMT Genie!

Trying to get a genetic confirmation of CMT can be overwhelming, and you might not have access to health care providers who are familiar with all the choices out there. HNF’s CMT Genie is designed to assist you and your health care provider determine what the best option is for you!

InformedDNA Genetic Counseling Services

Connect with telehealth genetic counselors ready to walk you through your diagnostic journey, a service offered through the HNF-InformedDNA® partnership.

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Why get tested?

  • Similar conditions can be ruled out
  • Early interventions can be enabled, i.e., PT, bracing, etc.
  • Dangerous Neurotoxins can be avoided
  • Clinicians can better predict a patient’s prognosis and progression
  • Support for family planning by understanding the inheritance pattern
  • Most clinical trials or research programs require a genetic diagnosis

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