Calcilytix Therapeutics and Genome Medical are here to help you through your genetics journey
Calcilytix Therapeutics (a BridgeBio Company) has partnered with Genome Medical to provide no-cost genetic counseling services and genetic testing for people who have non-surgical hypoparathyroidism or hypocalcemia that may have a genetic cause.
Program Details
This program provides genetic counseling and testing, including education about the genetic causes of hypoparathyroidism and hypocalcemia. The genetic testing program supports clinical management, enabling people living with these diseases and their healthcare providers to make more informed decisions about their health.
You are eligible for this program if you:
- Live in the US
- Are 18 years or older
- Have any of the following:
- A diagnosis of non-surgical/idiopathic hypoparathyroidism OR
- Hypocalcemia suspected to be of genetic cause OR
- A relative with a diagnosis of genetic hypoparathyroidism
Schedule An Appointment
Schedule an appointment to start working with a certified genetic counselor and get expert guidance on your genetic testing options, all from the comfort of your own home.
Appointments are available in less than one week and are delivered via a 30-60 minute phone call.
Calcilytix/BridgeBio does not endorse or recommend any one provider or genetic counselor. The genetic counselors are provided solely by Genome Medical and are not connected to or controlled by Calcilytix/BridgeBio.
Expertise You Can Trust
Genome Medical is the country’s leading telehealth genetics care delivery company, making genetics care accessible for patients. Our clinical team includes experienced genetic counselors, medical geneticists, pharmacists and other specialists who provide care across all 50 states.
What to Expect
Initial Consultation
Talk with a genetic counselor by phone at no cost to you to review your family history, answer any questions you may have and confirm that you meet eligibility criteria.
Genetic Testing
If you meet the criteria for the program, Genome Medical will order the test for you, at no cost to you, and a blood or saliva sample collection kit will be mailed directly to you. When the sample is collected and received by the lab, they will begin the genetic testing.
Results Sent to You
When your results are ready, Genome Medical will contact you. Results are ready approximately 2-4 weeks from the time your sample arrives at the lab.
Results Consultation
Review your test results with a genetic counselor, at no cost to you. During this phone session, you can discuss the results of your test and what they may mean for you and your family.
Afterwards, you’ll receive a written summary and guidance on next steps that you can share with your managing care provider to discuss treatment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Help you understand how your personal and family medical history may impact your health
- Discuss genetic testing options that may be appropriate for you
- Explain what genetic test results mean for you and your family members
- Address any questions or concerns you have about genetic testing
- Provide recommendations for you and your healthcare provider to make medical decisions that may lower your risk
Genetic testing is useful in many areas of medicine and may change the medical care you or your family members receive. For example, genetic testing may help to diagnose a medical condition. Genetic test results may help you and your care providers make more informed decisions on how to treat a medical condition.
There are thousands of genetic tests available today. A genetic counselor can help you to understand what testing may be most appropriate for you. Genetic counselors can also help to explain what genetic test results may mean for you and your family.
- Gather your personal and family health history. Talk to family members about any health conditions in the family, as well as the age that relatives were diagnosed.
- If you or a family member have had genetic testing, please upload a copy of the result/s to your Genome Medical patient portal before your appointment. You will get access to the patient portal once you schedule your appointment. This is very important to ensure your genetic counselor can prepare for your appointment.
- Think about questions you may have for your genetic counselor.
People with ADH1 may experience the following symptoms:
- Trouble concentrating
- Low blood calcium levels
- Muscle spasms
- Burning or prickling sensation, often in the hands and feet
- Numbness around the mouth
- Kidney stones or calcification
- Seizures
- Depression
- Fatigue
Have A Question?
We’re Here to Help!
Please contact us at Clinical@GenomeMedical.com or 877-688-0992.
A member of our Clinical Care Coordination team would be happy to assist you.