Your genes hold powerful insights.
Genetic screening can help you prepare for the future you want.
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A man wearing glasses dances with a little girl in a yellow dress.
Your genes hold powerful insights.
Genetic screening can help you prepare for the future you want.
Genetic screening can be complicated. At TELUS Health Care Centres, we make it simple.
With a comprehensive suite of tests and the professionals to decipher them, we help you unlock powerful insights to make informed decisions so you can take proactive steps toward better health.
Discover the power of your genes.
When you have better information about your genetic makeup, you'll be armed with confidence on how to move forward. We will walk you through the tests available, teach you how they work and provide guidance along your journey to help you:
Understand risks
Get valuable insights on hereditary conditions, common diseases and potential medication responses based on your genetic makeup.
Personalize your healthcare
Uncovering the conditions that you may be at a higher risk of developing can help you and your healthcare providers take preventive action.
Achieve peace of mind
Rather than worry about the potential risks, get clarity for you and your loved ones through TELUS Health Care Centres' genetic screenings.
I'm ready to take the next step in my health journey. I want to:
Suggested test:
Proactive Genetic Screening
Understand your genetic risks for hereditary cancer, cardiovascular disease and other adult-onset conditions. This screening option analyzes over 150 genes related to hereditary conditions, such as:
Cancers (breast cancer, colorectal cancer, cutaneous melanoma, gastric cancer and more)
Cardiovascular (arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, genetic forms of high blood pressure and high cholesterol and more)
How it works
Step 1
Select and learn about a test.
Step 2
Provide your DNA sample.
Step 3
Get your comprehensive results online.
Step 4
Consult with a certified genetic counsellor, if applicable.
How it works
Step 1
Select and learn about a test.
Step 2
Provide your DNA sample.
Step 3
Get your comprehensive results online.
Step 4
Consult with a certified genetic counsellor, if applicable.
Meet our experienced genetics team.
Our team provides personalized and expert support throughout your genetic testing journey.
Islay Fitzgerald, MSc, CCGC, CGC
Certified Genetic Counsellor
Samantha Rojas, MSc, CCGC, CGC
Certified Genetic Counsellor
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Disclaimer
In the Genetics Program, in accordance with applicable law, TELUS Health Care Centres is providing uninsured services only. These services are not covered by your provincial health plan.
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