Would you/have you done genetic testing to see if you are a carrier for something that could be passed down to your baby?

Please share why or why not.
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Please share why or why not. 
Thank you.

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My RE suggested it before starting IVF. He said if I come up positive for something then we would test my husband. I did come up as a carrier for a super rare disorder, so we tested my husband and fortunately he was negative for everything. So it is possible for our future child to be a carrier, but they won't be effected. I think it's good info to have if its something you can afford.

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It is something that is recommended I do if I ever plan to get pregnant again.
My son has a rare genetic disorder and I don't know if I am the carrier or his sperm donor .

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After three consecutive losses both my husband and I did the carrier screenings. It’s just a blood test and was worth it to rule out any issues.

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My RE office has everyone do it before ivf. So hubby and I both had it done.

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It was recommended by my doctor and insurance covered basic testing. They were already drawing blood so I figured I might as well.

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I didn’t do it with either of my babes. It was a mutual decision that my spouse and I made together.

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We got it done before we conceived. My husband is a carrier for a super rare disorder but I’m not a carrier so we knew we were all good! At least for genetic conditions. Random mutations can happen at anytime.

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My doctor recommended I get a genetic screening done before I even started TTC. So I did, and thankfully I’m not a carrier for anything they screened for.

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I took my test today at 12 wks 5days, I’m 36, to see if mine has any genetic problems. I will know in 7-10 days.

Would you/have you done genetic testing to see if you are a carrier for something that could be passed down to your baby?

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