Booking a consult with a LifeLabs genetic counsellor may be right for you if you:

• Are generally healthy, but would like to learn more about your genetic risks to take preventative care
• Have a personal or a family history of a condition that may be genetic
• Are pregnant, have had difficulty getting pregnant or are considering pregnancy and would like to understand the risk of passing genetic disorders onto your children
• Are interested in tailored drug treatment options
• Would like to learn more about genetic testing options for diseases
• Paid for a genetic test and need help understanding the results
• Are seeking a research or clinical partnership to support the needs of your project and/or service

In the public healthcare system, there are a variety of indications where an individual’s doctor may refer them to see a genetic counsellor. Genetic counselling may be right for you if:

• You, your child, or another family member were diagnosed with or suspected of having a genetic condition
• You have a family history of cancer or a health issue such as Alzheimer’s disease, a heart disorder, or another genetic condition, and are wondering if you or your family members might inherit it
• You are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant and have questions about your baby inheriting a condition
• You are struggling with infertility and are wondering what genetic testing might tell you

(Source: NSGC 2017). Your doctor can refer you to a genetic counsellor by finding a local clinic here. Consults at LifeLabs are not covered under provincial healthcare plans.