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NIPD Genetics: Oreana Neonatal Genetic Screening Test

Jan 25, 2021

NIPD Genetics of Cyprus has launched Oreana, an expanded genetic screening test for newborns, infants, and children. The sequencing test screens for 106 genetic conditions in 142 genes, based on recommendations from the American College of Medical Genetic and Genomics. It requires a buccal swab and has a turnaround time of two to three weeks from sample receipt.

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