Happy holidays! Please be advised that in-transit patient samples will be held by the carrier on Dec. 25 and received by our lab the next day. Kit orders placed on Dec. 25 will be sent on Dec. 26. Our genetic counseling services, client services, and billing services will be unavailable Dec. 24-25; please leave us a message at 888-729-1206 or support@genedx.com and we will respond when we return.

Patient counseling services

For patients tested at GeneDx, we offer comprehensive genetic counseling with licensed genetic counselors nationwide, ensuring compliance with state laws. We offer phone appointments with flexible scheduling options, including evening availability, as well as interpretation services and secure video conferencing as needed.

What’s included with patient counseling:

  • Pre-test genetic counseling discussion, which includes reviewing genetic testing consent  
  • Post-test genetic counseling discussion to educate patients on their results and provide guidance on emotional and social concerns with sensitivity and care 
  • Connecting patients with resources and support groups for ongoing assistance 

Ready to get started? 

Enlisting the help of our patient counseling team couldn’t be easier. 

Step 1

Referring provider will download and fill out the genetic counseling referral form

Step 2

Provider sends the referral form, along with any relevant medical documents not already provided with the order, to Referral@GeneDx.com or via fax to 201-605-6582.

Step 3

The GeneDx patient counseling team will contact the patient to schedule an appointment. If we cannot reach the patient, we will inform the ordering provider.

Step 4

Following the appointment, a consultation overview is sent to the referring provider summarizing the discussion, plan, & recommendations.

Questions?

Contact our patient counseling team at PatientCounseling@GeneDx.com or 833-436-3832.

Clinical support for healthcare providers

When you have complex clinical questions, you need timely answers. Our dedicated team of genetic experts is here to help every step of the way.

Our licensed genetic counselors can assist with:

  • Answering clinical questions before, during or after test results are released
  • Providing patient-centric results in a straightforward, understandable report
  • Results interpretation and guidance on potential next steps

Ready to connect with clinical support?

Contact our team at Support@GeneDx.com or by calling 888-729-1206, option 3, and ask to speak with a genetic counselor.