Type 1 Diabetes Genetic Risk
A genetic risk test that analyses selected variants associated with type 1 diabetes to calculate a Genetic Risk Score.
Results usually available within 3-4 weeks after the laboratory receives your sample
What does it check?
- High-risk HLA Class II alleles (HLA-DR3-DQ2, HLA-DR4-DQ8)
- Protective HLA genotypes
- Non-HLA susceptibility loci across the genome
Who may benefit?
Individuals with first-degree relatives with type 1 diabetes or other autoimmune conditions who wish to understand their inherited risk profile.
Type 1 Diabetes Genetic Risk
SMITHS
Medical Group
What is it?
A genetic risk test that analyses selected variants associated with type 1 diabetes to calculate a Genetic Risk Score.
Who may benefit?
Individuals with first-degree relatives with type 1 diabetes or other autoimmune conditions who wish to understand their inherited risk profile.
Comprehensive gene panel
High-risk HLA Class II alleles (HLA-DR3-DQ2, HLA-DR4-DQ8)
Protective HLA genotypes
Non-HLA susceptibility loci across the genome
Important information
A high genetic risk score signifies increased susceptibility, not a diagnosis. Environmental triggers play a key role, and many individuals with high genetic risk do not develop the disease.