Results Guide

Genomed results guides

Genetic information is complex, and it is not always easy to understand what test results mean or the appropriate actions for individuals who test positive. Genomed’s results guides outline management options that patients and their healthcare providers may choose to consider.

Genomed’s results guides were developed by experts and are based on standard medical management guidelines and published data. Of note, these result guides are general and are not specific to an individual’s genetic test result or personal and family history. They do not represent medical advice and are not meant to replace care by an appropriate health care provider. They are intended to be a resource for starting the conversation about what to do next.

What can genetic testing tell me?

A POSITIVE TEST RESULT CAN:

– Pinpoint your risk of developing a disease, enabling you to make informed medical decisions to reduce risk

– Provide an explanation for your personal or family history

– Identify other at-risk relatives for whom genetic testing is recommended

A NEGATIVE TEST RESULT:

– Means that you do not have an alteration in the genes tested

– Your overall disease risk depends on your medical history, family history, and environment

AN UNCERTAIN VARIANT TEST RESULT:

– Means that an alteration was identified, but it is not currently known if that alteration increases risk

– Should not be used to guide your medical care

– Genomed will update your healthcare provider if new information becomes available