Knocked Up Podcast - Preconception Genetic Screening: a new Medicare rebate for all Australians

Over 10 years in the making, there is now medicare funding towards preconception genetic testing.

 

Preconception Genetic Screening: a new Medicare rebate for all Australians

Over 10 years in the making, there is now medicare funding towards preconception genetic testing. Our dicussion includes

  • What is preconception genetic screening 

  • Who is a recessive genetic carrier? (we all are)

  • How could I be a carrier for a serious genetic condition and yet not be aware of it through my family history?

  • Why has there not been a Medicare rebate before? 

  • When will the new Medicare rebate apply from? 

  • What will this mean in terms of choosing a genetic screening test? 

  • What is achieved by the panel funded for CF/SMA and Fragile X? 

  • What about the Ashkenazi Jewish screening panel and why is that separate?

  • Why should I consider putting my rebate towards expanded panel screening options? 

  • Results are relevant to a reproductive relationship - what does that mean?   




Hosted by Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Dr Raelia Lew is a RANZCOG Board Certified CREI Fertility specialist, Gynaecologist and the Director of Women’s Health Melbourne. 

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