Premarital genetic risk screening packages
From essential blood screening and counselling to comprehensive genetic and health assessment. Choose the level of insight that's right for you and your partner.
About the package
Begin your life together with clarity, confidence, and a shared understanding of your health. Mediclinic Middle East's premarital genetic risk screening packages offer comprehensive insights into genetic background, infectious disease status, and future family health risks.
Through advanced laboratory testing and expert counselling, couples receive personalised guidance to support informed decision-making and long-term wellbeing.
The science of healthy carriers
Most of us are carriers for at least one or two genetic conditions without even knowing it. This is perfectly normal and usually has no impact on our own health. These are called recessive conditions - diseases that only appear if a child inherits the same "hidden-change" gene from both parents. Genes are short DNA segments that give instructions to your body and tell it how to work.
Why screen now?
In certain communities, there is a general empiric risk - a natural statistical chance - that a couple could be a match for the same genetic trait. By choosing our premarital genetic risk screening packages, you aren't looking for problems; you are gaining the biological intelligence to protect your future family.
This screening allows you to:
- Understand your baseline risk before you start your journey as parents
- Make informed choices with the guidance of our experienced experts
- Replace uncertainty with a roadmap for a healthy, happy legacy
What is Whole Exome Sequencing (WES)?
Genes are short DNA segments that give instructions to your body, and exons are the parts of genes that tell it how to work. Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) is the process of analysing all a person's known exons to see if they are working correctly. Any mutations in your exons can cause or predispose to diseases and health risks. Whole exome sequencing allows your physician to get the fullest picture of known genetic mutations that may indicate certain heart conditions.
Package options
Premarital genetic risk screening package
A specialised package focused on genetic carrier status and inherited disease risk. This option is ideal for individuals who already know their basic blood results or wish to undergo deeper genetic analysis and personalised family risk planning.
What's included:
Comprehensive premarital health and genetic package
Our most complete premarital screening package offers a full assessment of infectious diseases, haemoglobin variants, and recessive genetic conditions. Ideal for couples preparing for marriage and future family planning.
What's included:
Core premarital blood screening and counselling package
A practical, affordable screening option covering the essential infectious and haemoglobin-related tests required for premarital assessment. This package is ideal for individuals or couples who do not require genetic testing but still want a thorough overview of their health.
What's included:
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Plan your visit
We’ll check your insurance coverage for you when you book with us, and let you know if you’re covered for this package.
How to book this premarital genetic risk screening package
You can fill in our contact form, call us on 800 2033, or book online or through the Mediclinic App, available on the App Store and on Google Play.
Terms and conditions
- The package is not covered by insurance and requires self-funding
- Optional services are ordered only if required by the doctor