MEDICAL INHERITED
GENETIC GENEALOGY (MIGG)
Genetic Genealogy for the Medical Field
QuestDNA has recently been involved with pioneering the technique termed Medical Inherited Genetic Genealogy (MIGG), a multi-phased approach to addressing rare genetic disorders. The first phase of this technique takes into account the unique hereditary patterns associated with a disorder and applies genealogy in order to determine carrier prediction.
The second phase uses focused outreach to those that are possible carriers. And finally, the last phase involves a plan of action/next steps, resources and awareness for those possible carriers. Throughout the process, we work closely with a team of legal experts to address privacy considerations and unique communication concerns.
Genealogy
Locate potential carrier by combining genealogy, research and hereditary patterns
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Genetics
Identify carriers through testing
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Treatments
Protocols for treatments and therapies to improve the lives of patients
Uses of MIGG
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Discover the start of a disorder
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Find carriers for potential life-saving treatments
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Awareness for rare genetic disorders
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Encourage testing among potential carriers