About Genetic Counselling
Genetic counselling focuses on understanding how inherited conditions may impact an individual’s health and family. These conditions may include hereditary cancers, heart diseases, metabolic disorders and rare genetic conditions.
At VS Hospitals, our genetic counselling services provide structured, evidence-based guidance using advanced genetic testing and personalised risk assessment. Early evaluation supports informed decision-making, preventive care and better long-term health outcomes.
Advanced Diagnostic Evaluation
Medical and Personalised Expertise
Personalised Care Planning
Early Genetic Evaluation Supports Better Health Outcomes
Timely genetic counselling helps in early detection, prevention and personalised treatment planning.
Signs and Symptoms
Consult a specialist if you experience:
Family history of cancer
Repeated unexplained medical conditions
Early onset of diseases in the family
Recurrent pregnancy loss
Birth defects or genetic disorders in family
Unexplained health conditions
Need for personalised treatment decisions
Planning for pregnancy with genetic concerns
Risk Factors
Several medical, lifestyle, and age-related factors can increase the risk of fertility challenges and reproductive health disorders, including:
Our specialists manage a wide range of conditions including:
These risk factors include:
- Hereditary cancers (breast, ovarian, colon, prostate)
- Cardiovascular genetic conditions
- Metabolic disorders
- Rare genetic diseases
- Inherited neurological conditions
- Carrier status for genetic disorders
- Pregnancy-related genetic risks
- Unexplained genetic conditions
Prevention, Screening And Diagnosis
- Adopt healthy lifestyle changes based on genetic risk
Seek early counselling if family history is present
Follow preventive strategies recommended by specialists
Benefits of Genetic Counselling and Genetic Testing
Identifies Health Risks Early
- Detects inherited cancer risks
- Identifies heart, metabolic and rare conditions
- Enables early and frequent screening
- Supports preventive care options
Personalised Treatment Decisions
- Guides targeted therapies
- Helps choose effective medications
- Avoids ineffective treatments
- Reduces side effects
Informed Family Planning
- Understands carrier risks
- Supports reproductive decisions
- Plans prenatal testing
- Assesses recurrence risks
Ending the Diagnostic Odyssey
- Provides clear diagnosis
- Avoids repeated testing
- Connects with specialists
- Access to support resources
Protecting Family Members
- Enables family screening
- Identifies at-risk relatives
- Supports preventive care for future generations
Emotional Support & Clarity
- Clear explanation of genetic information
- Guidance on testing benefits and limitations
- Support in decision-making
- Help in coping with results
Why Genetic Counselling Before Testing Is Important?
Genetic testing without proper counselling can lead to confusion. A certified genetic counsellor like Ms. Paveethra ensures:
- Appropriate test selection
- Accurate interpretation of results
- Understanding of uncertain findings
- Ethical and confidential handling of information
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