Bipolar Disease Susceptibility
Bipolar disease is a multifactorial condition, as both genetic and non-genetic factors are likely to play a role in the development of the disease. Families in which there are multiple affected, close relatives are more likely to have a more significant genetic component.
Clinical genetic testing for bipolar disease susceptibility is currently unavailable, but research testing may be available through offline genetic testing providers if indicated by further evaluation and consultation with a trained genetic professional. Use the zip code search box to find a trained genetic professional in your area.
Bipolar Disease - SNP Testing
SNP testing for bipolar disease looks for a single SNP or multiple SNPs that have been linked to this trait. A SNP is a genetic change in which one "letter" of DNA differs from the usual "letter" at that point in the DNA sequence. The number of SNPs tested for varies by provider.
This testing is also available as part of a whole genome scan.
Whole genome scanning looks for SNPs that are present throughout the entire genome that have been linked to susceptibility to a number of different health conditions and physical traits. A SNP is a genetic change in which one "letter" of DNA differs from the usual "letter" at that point in the DNA sequence. The number of conditions, traits, and SNPs tested for varies by provider.
SNP testing/whole genome scanning is for informational purposes only and is not a medical (clinical) genetic test.
This testing is available online through the Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing providers listed below. A consultation with a trained genetic professional may be useful.
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Bipolar Disease Treatment - Drug Response Testing
Different medications are used to treat bipolar disease. Genetic testing looks for variations that have been proposed to influence the way the body metabolizes specific medications.
This testing is for informational purposes only and is not a medical (clinical) genetic test.
This testing is available online through the Direct to Consumer Genetic Testing providers listed below. A consultation with a trained genetic professional may be useful.
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Bipolar Disease (as part of Whole Genome Scan)
Informational genetic testing for susceptibility to bipolar disease may be available as part of a whole genome scan.
Whole genome scanning looks for SNPs that are present throughout the entire genome that have been linked to susceptibility to a number of different health conditions and physical traits. A SNP is a genetic change in which one "letter" of DNA differs from the usual "letter" at that point in the DNA sequence. The number of conditions, traits, and SNPs tested for varies by provider.
Whole genome scanning is for informational purposes only and is not a medical (clinical) genetic test.
This testing is available online through the Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing providers listed below. A consultation with a trained genetic professional may be useful.
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