Genetic Check-Up
The most precious wealth of man is his health. In order to have a healthy life and protect this wealth, it is necessary to have regular check-ups. We provide special services for all ages and genders with our check-up programs. Environmental pollution, stress, wrong eating habits and genetic risks that threaten healthy life manifest themselves in different diseases. It is possible to be protected from diseases, to diagnose existing diseases early and to have a healthier life with Check-Up!
In the Check-Up Center, possible risks brought by gender and lifestyle or risks of family-related diseases are identified and investigated.
Why Should You Have a Check-Up? If a long and healthy life is among your goals
If you want to know what to do
If you want to see that you are as healthy as you feel
If you cannot spare time for health in the busy life rhythm
If common illnesses in your family worry you
If you want to catch diseases early and be treated easily, you can apply to our Check-Up Healthy Living Department.
When Should You Have It Done?
If you do not have any complaints in general, we recommend the check-up interval according to your age:
In your 20s, you can have your cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure values measured once.
If the values are normal, at intervals of 5 years until the age of 30,
Every 3 years in the age range of 30-40,
Every year after the age of 40,
As the risk of getting sick increases with age, the importance of the check-up process increases.
What are the Actions to be Taken During Check-Up?
Although it varies according to the program to be determined and the tests to be performed, the following operations are basically performed during the check-up:
Detailed physical examination and final interview to be made by the physician are made to give direction to the tests to be applied, to make the necessary consultation decisions, to evaluate the results and to form recommendations.
With blood tests, the metabolic, hormonal, hematological status of the person and how the organs work are determined.
X-ray and ultrasonographic examinations are the leading radiological examinations. If necessary, tests using advanced technology are added to the procedures performed for the purpose of imaging the organs.
In function tests, the heart and respiratory system are measured while working.
The aim of endoscopic imaging procedures is to directly reach the gastrointestinal tract and to take samples if necessary.
Before Coming to Check-Up…
Please come without eating anything in the last 12 hours. Fasting lipid profile is important for blood sugar level and some other tests to give accurate results. Some drugs, herbal treatments and antioxidants such as vitamin C are effective on blood sugar and metabolic values.
Come without taking anything other than the vital medicines you use regularly.
Cut out alcohol and caffeine at least one day in advance.
Pay attention to your diet for the last three days; Eat more vegetables. It would be good to stay away from animal foods and especially meat.
Do not do sports and activities that will force your body in the last day.
For our female guests, if there is any suspicion of pregnancy, it should be communicated to us.
If an effort test is to be made, it would be better if you have suitable shoes and comfortable clothes with you.
You can contact our Call Center for all your questions and problems.
The most advanced of the techniques used to test for genetic disorders, gene tests (also called DNA-based tests), is a comprehensive, individualized genetic test that involves direct examination of the DNA molecule itself. With these analyzes, detailed genetic infrastructure is analyzed about the continuity of the future healthy condition, the risks of developing disease, nutrition, weight control, drug activity. Individual reports are prepared by carrying out analyses by a competent, experienced, scientific infrastructure team in the field.
WHAT DOES A GENETIC CHECK-UP DO FOR US?
You may have a genetic disease in your family, and you may want to know if you are at high risk of developing it later in your life. A sensitive DNA test, analysis and report;
To promote the maintenance or improvement of overall health and fitness
Diabetes, hypertension, familial hypercholesterolemia such as heart, kidney, peripheral nervous system, eye involvement to detect the risk of complex transient diseases and to take precautions.
To determine and prevent the risk of adult-onset neurological and psychiatric disorders such as Huntington’s and Alzheimer’s disease
Because certain types of cancer occur among your relatives, to determine your cancer risk and to take precautions,
To determine the genetic disease carrier status in individuals with a family history of growth retardation, epilepsy, autism,
Infertility, to identify the underlying genetic causes of reproductive system disorders such as recurrent pregnancy losses and to support individual treatment and follow-up strategies,
Depending on ethnicity, there is a high risk of having a sick child for some genetic diseases. To provide the necessary information for the couples planning pregnancy to have healthy children
To contribute to the solution of uncontrollable weight problems despite diet and exercise
To help determine the appropriate diet program for a person’s genetic metabolic structure
To determine the appropriate exercise plan for the person’s own muscle structure,
WHO SHOULD GENETIC CHECK-UPS BE USED FOR?
To be able to detect a genetic disease, to stay healthy and young for life, and to protect future generations from diseases can be applied to individuals of any age.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF GENETIC TEST RESULTS SHOW THAT I HAVE A GENE PROBLEM?
Having a high risk of genetic disease significantly relaxes individuals when there is a condition that can be treated. They realize the importance of the knowledge they gain as they get the chance to do everything they can to increase their chances of staying healthy. Detecting a gene for an incurable disease can be likened to learning about a disease that already exists in them. In this case, he starts to look for answers to the question of what will happen to me in the future, how to take precautions. Geneticists and psychiatrists, along with other related branch physicians, are a good source of help and support for people with this condition.
WHAT SHOULD I DO FOR OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS IF GENETIC TEST RESULTS SHOW I HAVE A GENE PROBLEM?
The gene problem can be investigated in other members of the family. Prenatal diagnosis, preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGT) applications can be performed in order to achieve healthy generations in carrier individuals.
HOW CAN THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF GENETIC TESTING BE GUARANTEED?
Access to your genetic test results is confidential due to KVKK and legal regulations. Your doctor cannot tell anyone that you have had a genetic test or your test results without your permission.
CAN YOUR DNA DETERMINE WHICH DIET IS BEST FOR YOU?
The foods we eat, and more importantly the way we metabolize these foods, play a big role in our weight management. DNA diagnostic tests sequence an individual’s DNA, focusing on a subset of variants associated with a trait, such as how people metabolize or respond to different macronutrients, or small changes in the genetic code: Proteins, fats, carbohydrates. Other important genetic factors, including LDL and HDL cholesterol, blood sugar, and triglycerides, are associated with many health conditions that can potentially be prevented by proper dietary changes. All results are then calculated to determine the best diet that will help you optimize your metabolism, control your weight and improve your health. An in-depth personalized report is provided with detailed, actionable steps to help you make the necessary changes to optimize your efforts and maximize your results.
HOW WILL THE TEST HELP ME PLAN A MORE EFFECTIVE DIET PLAN?
The test will provide a personalized nutritional profile with detailed information about the nutrients you need to stay healthy. For example, people who have a specific variant of the GSTT1 gene will need to take vitamin C in amounts exceeding the RDA due to their genetic predisposition to vitamin C deficiency. Similarly, if you have lactose intolerance, you report diarrhea, bloating, abdominal pain, etc. it will include advice on foods you should or should not take to prevent symptoms.
WHAT ARE THE TEST PROCESSES?
Complete the test order form with a breakdown of your lifestyle/history and take your blood sample. This process takes 15-20 minutes. After your sample reaches our genetic diseases diagnostic center, your results are sent to your doctor within 7-8 weeks. After that, your test results are interpreted with a detailed physician interview. This takes about 1 -1.5 hours.
HOW LONG ARE THE TEST RESULTS VALID?
The test results are valid for life. The results are re-analyzed at certain intervals according to current data.
HOW RELIABLE ARE THE RESULTS?
The reliability of genetic tests is over 90%, depending on the quality of the test performed according to the literature.
CARDIO DISEASES YOUR TRANSPORTATION SITUATION
Cardio genetic testing can identify risk factors associated with an increased risk of developing a variety of heart conditions, such as atrial fibrillation, or diseases that usually develop later in life, such as coronary artery disease.
A person with an inherited genetic risk factor may have a high chance of getting the disease, but this does not necessarily mean that the person will get the disease.
This laboratory test analyzes the sample we receive from you for your unique genetic markers that affect a wide range of heart-related health conditions, including ApoE, HDL and LDL cholesterol levels, risk of developing hypertension and myocardial infarction Cardio genetic Test, as well as statins, beta blockers, It also examines eight classes of drugs that affect the cardiovascular system, including ACE inhibitors and hormone treatments.
Cardio genetic testing can help your doctor manage your overall health care, including prescribing the appropriate medication or dose of a drug based on your specific genetic markers.
METABOLIC DISEASES YOUR TRANSPORTATION STATUS
allows you to screen your patients for more than 300 inherited metabolic genetic diseases
Supported by rigorous science; Tests for clinically relevant markers using clinically validated assays
Helps future children provide personalized guidance on their prenatal and postpartum health
YOUR EARLY AND LATE-ONSET NEUROLOGICAL CONDITION
Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, dementia, epilepsy, autism presence detection or risk assessments can be made.
Your specific sensitivity to various psychiatric medications, including antidepressants, benzodiazepines, SSRIs, and atypical antipsychotics, may be determined.
YOUR CANCER RISK CARRYING STATUS
Between 5 and 10 percent of cancer is caused by “familial inheritance.” Genetic tests performed in cancer patients can provide a definitive diagnosis in the presence of unclear clinical findings.
By identifying appropriate biomarkers for cancer therapy, effective immunotherapy studies can be achieved in 20-40% of cancer cases.
With liquid biopsy studies, it is possible to detect early-stage cancers by analyzing the free-floating tumor DNA in the blood.
Individuals at risk of developing cancer are recommended routine cancer screening tests. In this way, patients are detected early and appropriate treatment is ensured.
YOUR IMMUNITY
Problems in the genetic code cause primary immunodeficiency. More than 400 gene problems that affect the immune system can be identified.
PHARMACOGENETICS
The necessary information for the selection of drugs and doses associated with the disease appropriate to the genetic structure of the person can be determined.
DIET, NUTRITION AND SPORTS
It’s a genetic test that analyzes related parts of your DNA to discover eating behaviors, food reactions, nutritional needs, and even the type of diet that’s best for you. Get to the root of gluten sensitivity. Symptoms can range from nausea, difficulty breathing and malnutrition. You can get a DNA-BALANCED DIET TEST to find out your gluten sensitivity and contribute to solving uncontrollable weight problems despite diet and exercise.
SKIN, HEALTH & NUTRITION
You can proactively control your skin health through your personalized skin genetic profile, healthy living, improved nutrition and care. You can learn about which skin nutrients, oral and topical compound agents will benefit your skin.