Expert guides on all things genetics & fertility

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Is ADHD Genetic?

Current research confirms that ADHD has a strong hereditary component—it tends to run in families because of shared genes. However, the environment also plays a…

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Is Bladder Cancer Hereditary?

Prospective parents considering IVF and genetic testing often worry about hereditary health risks. One common question is, “Is bladder cancer hereditary?” Bladd…

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Is Brain Cancer Hereditary?

‍Is brain cancer hereditary? This is a common concern for prospective parents—especially those considering IVF to safeguard their future children’s health. The …

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Is Breast Cancer Hereditary?

For individuals with a family history of breast cancer considering in vitro fertilization (IVF), a pressing question often arises: Is breast cancer hereditary? …

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Is Cervical Cancer Hereditary?

Prospective parents going through IVF and preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) often ask, “Is cervical cancer hereditary?” This is a crucial question when plan…

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Is Intellectual Disability Genetic?

A common question is: Is intellectual disability genetic? Understanding the causes of intellectual disability can help prospective parents make informed decisio…

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Is Kidney Cancer Hereditary?

Many parents ask, "Is kidney cancer hereditary?" when planning a family, especially for those undergoing IVF (in vitro fertilization) with preimplantation genet…

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Is Ovarian Cancer Hereditary?

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Is Pancreatic Cancer Hereditary?

While most pancreatic cancers are sporadic (around 90% of cases with no inherited cause), a significant minority are indeed linked to inherited genetic factors.…

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Is Prostate Cancer Hereditary?

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, affecting about 1 in 9 men. With such prevalence, prospective parents often ask whether prostate cance…

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Is Renal Cancer Hereditary?

Renal cancer (kidney cancer) is rarely hereditary – inherited factors account for only about 5–8% of cases (Hereditary Kidney Cancer Syndromes - NCI). Most kidn…

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Is Schizophrenia Environmental or Genetic?

Given its impact, understanding what causes schizophrenia – and whether it is environmental or genetic – is crucial. Researchers have long studied the origins o…

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Is Schizophrenia Genetic?

Given its impact and tendency to run in families, many people wonder how much of schizophrenia is genetic versus influenced by other factors. In this guide, we …

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Is Skin Cancer Hereditary?

Inherited mutations can significantly increase the risk of specific skin cancers, especially melanoma. Understanding these hereditary risks is crucial for famil…

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My Brother Has Schizophrenia—What Does That Mean for My Future Kids?

Schizophrenia can run in families, but it’s not as simple as one gene = one outcome. The good news is that modern reproductive genetics, including advanced test…

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Paternal Age and Birth Defects: What Prospective IVF Parents Should Know

Advanced paternal age – typically referring to men in their 40s and beyond – is increasingly recognized as a contributing factor to genetic risks in offspring. …

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Preconception Genetic Testing: Can It Assess Autism Risk?

Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) during IVF aims to prevent parents from passing on serious genetic conditions to their children. This post explores whethe…

Whitepapers · 7 min read

Whitepaper: Validating Orchid’s Prostate Cancer Genetic Risk Score

Orchid's reports include a genetic risk score (GRS) for prostate cancer, validated on UK Biobank data. We share our methods and findings, including how the scor…