Genetic carrier screenings can look at the mother’s and father’s genes to show the chances that their child would have a genetic disorder.
The genetic carrier screening is done during the couple pre-pregnancy visit, explains Dr. Ellen Schwartzbard, Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Baptist Health South Florida. Tests can be done during pregnancy.
The specialist describes being a carrier means someone doesn’t exhibit any of the signs or symptoms of the disease. That’s why the specialist recommends the test.
