{"product_id":"extended-carrier-screening","title":"Extended Carrier Screening","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Extended Carrier Screening bundle includes a bulk-billed Standard Carrier Screening Test, plus an Extended Carrier Screening Test.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlock a \u003cstrong\u003ewide range\u003c\/strong\u003e of conditions with an extended carrier screening test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake control of your family planning. This carrier screening test will reveal if you and your partner have an increased chance of having a child with a serious genetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note – our turnaround time for Extended Carrier Screening results is currently 6–8 weeks from when your sample arrives at our lab.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhat does Extended Carrier Screening look for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test looks at over \u003cstrong\u003e620 genes\u003c\/strong\u003e associated with\u003cstrong\u003e hundreds of inherited conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a couples’ test. Your kit will include two swabs – one for you and one for your partner. You’ll both be tested and will receive a combined report. The report will show whether you’re both carriers for any of the genetic conditions covered by testing. If yes, you have an increased chance of having children with those conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting covers the more common, inherited conditions, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"starlist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCystic fibrosis (CF),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinal muscular atrophy (SMA),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragile X syndrome,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTay-Sachs disease,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lumihealth.com.au\/files\/Lumi_ECS_Gene_List.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emany more\u003c\/strong\u003e, rare genetic conditions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will my results look like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you take a couple’s test, we’ll create a couples’ report for you and your partner. Instead of individual results for each gene, you’ll receive a combined report highlighting your chance as a couple of having children with any of the conditions screened for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will also get the chance to speak to a genetic counsellor about your results. They’ll be able to take you through your report, explain what your results mean, and answer any questions you may have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a reproductive couple, you only need this test once in your lifetime. However, if you change reproductive partners in the future, you'll need to retest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Extended Carrier Screening test work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo take the test, simply order a kit online through our site and we’ll ship a kit directly to you. Lumi carrier screening testing includes a telehealth appointment with a Lumi practitioner, so you don't need to speak to a doctor before ordering. Our Lumi doctors will determine your suitability for testing after you order via a telehealth consultation (free of charge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have placed your order, you will receive an email to complete your registration. Completing this before your kit arrives will ensure our laboratory can begin testing as soon as your sample arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your kit arrives, simply complete the cheek swab in the comfort and privacy of your own home. The swab is quick, painless, and non-invasive. You’ll also receive a reply-paid envelope you can use to mail your sample back to our lab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur lab scientists examine your genes to determine whether you are a carrier for any of the conditions we screen for. If both you and your partner are carriers of the same condition, then you’ll have an increased chance of your children inheriting that condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenetic counselling is included in your purchase. In the event you and your partner have an increased chance, we’ll guide you through all your options and things to consider. You can still have a safe pregnancy, even with an increased chance result.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lumi Health","offers":[{"title":"Medicare (includes Bulk-Billed Standard test)","offer_id":46606424899904,"sku":"carrier_screening_500c_medicare","price":880.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No Medicare (Pay upfront)","offer_id":46606424932672,"sku":"carrier_screening_500c_nomedicare","price":1240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3458\/3360\/files\/lumi_kit-extended_carrier_screening_ff092518-8700-43e7-a940-d16377a88c98.jpg?v=1752535658","url":"https:\/\/checkout.lumihealth.com.au\/products\/extended-carrier-screening","provider":"Lumi Health","version":"1.0","type":"link"}