
Comprehensive Testing
Information leading to confident decisions.
Gene by Gene Carrier Screen provides you with information on your risk of having a baby with genetic condition. Our carrier screening panel test for 253 autosomal recessive and X-linked recessive conditions, including all of the conditions recommended by the American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) and the American Congress of the Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Many of the conditions included in our panel impact quality of life (i.e. cause intellectual disability and/or a shortened life expectancy). Gene by Gene Carrier Screen was developed using a rigorous validation process thus enabling us to provide you with highly accurate results, giving you confidence while planning your growing family.
* X-linked conditions are not analyzed in males.

Industry Leading Simplicity
Accurate Check Swab, Easy Sample Collection.
Gene by Gene Carrier Screen offers the ease and simplicity of sample collection with a check swab, providing a minimally invasive approach to DNA collection. Gene by Gene's proprietary swab offers high accuracy and unmatched sample quality.

Clear Results
Simple Answers.
Gene by Gene Carrier Screen results are delivered in a simple report that is easily read and understood. The first page of each report summarizes findings, with detailed information on any condition(s) you tested positive as a carrier for on the following pages.
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Experts Included
We provide genetic counseling for every patient
Every Gene by Gene Carrier Screen patient has access to complimentary genetic counseling provided to you from Gene by Gene. Our genetic counselors are certified by the American Board of Genetic Counselors. During your scheduled appointment, our genetic counselors will review your report with you to help you understand your results, as well as discuss your potential next steps.
To schedule an appointment with a Gene by Gene genetic counselor, please call 713-474-2401, option #6.
Screening Process
Deciding on Gene by Gene Carrier Screen
You and your healthcare provider make the decision to order genetic carrier screening.
Sample Collection
Gene by Gene's carrier screen is performed off a cheek swab.
Sample Sent To Laboratory For Testing
Following sample collection, your sample will be sent to Gene by Gene's laboratory.
Results
Your results will be ready 2 weeks after your sample arrives at Gene by Gene’s laboratory.
Schedule A Genetic Counseling Session
If your results indicate that you are a carrier for a condition tested, Gene by Gene offers complimentary genetic counseling to review your results and discuss next steps.
Billing
If you have any questions regarding your anticipated costs, or have questions/concerns upon receiving your Gene by Gene bill, please call 713-474-2401, option #4
Billing Insurance
We will gladly bill your insurance company for tests performed by our company. All required billing information must be supplied before any testing can be performed. Once the information has been verified, we will bill the appropriate codes to your insurance company. As the provider of services, we will make every effort to ensure that we bill correctly using the information you have provided to us. If a pre-authorization is required, we will be happy to do that on your behalf; however, pre-authorization does not guarantee payment. Your particular insurance company determines payment and the charges you will be billed.
Please note that your insurance company may send payment to you instead of to us. If you receive payment from your insurance company, it is your responsibility to notify us and we expect you to send the appropriate amount to us as soon as possible. When you receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your insurance company, remember this is not a bill. It is a notification of how they determined payment, and they are best equipped to answer questions about it. Please call us with questions if your insurance company is unable to help you. After their determination and payment, you may receive a bill from us for any balance due. Your responsibility may include copayments, coinsurance, and/ or deductibles or non-covered charges.
Many tests for rare diseases require the use of the CPT code 81479, which may result in some denial of coverage. Please be aware that there is a possibility of insurance denials of claims submitted.
Self Pay
The self-pay rate is for patients that do not have insurance. Please call our billing department for advance notification of the fee for your specific test.
Regardless of the method of payment agreed upon, we strive to offer low and affordable healthcare. We do have payment options and a Patient Assistance Program to help those in need of assistance. A call to our billing department is suggested to discuss these options. Please call 713-474-2401, option #4
Get Started
To get started, download the requisition form and have it approved by your healthcare provider. After your provider approves the test, we will mail you or your provider a sample collection kit and further instructions. Expect the results to be delivered to your provider 14-21 business days from the day the sample was received in our lab. Additionally, you may also request to have your results delivered directly to you.
For more information about ordering the Gene by Gene Carrier Screen contact us at 713-474-2401, option #5, or email info@genebygene.com. You may also contact us at any time during the process to help guide you and answer any of your questions.
Requisition Form