Ignorance is bliss, until it’s about genetics
All it takes is a saliva sample
to know what you’re carrying
96 genetic risks
you never want to
know about
What is The96Screen?
Who is it for?
It is for anyone and everyone looking to start a family, or with a history of genetic conditions.
How does it work?
It’s one simple saliva test. Your saliva sample is then sent to our lab to undergo processing and testing. The samples are batched and results generally take 6 to 8 weeks after receipt.
The Process
What happens if I get a medium/high-risk result? *
Should you have a medium or high-risk result your report will be sent to a genetic counsellor for comprehensive feedback. The counsellors will inform you of the conditions identified, explain the risk and provide management options going forward such as the use of PGT-M in conjunction with IVF.
Should you prefer, your results can also be sent to your preferred health care practitioner for management and consultation.
* The report for medium/high risk results will only be sent to the client after they have received counselling from a medical professional.
Where can I do The96Screen?
Once you have signed and completed the relevant documentation and made payment, you’ll be provided with a booking option to one of our collection sites. Please note that we are currently expanding these collection offices as our footprint grows. For collections outside of the JHB area, we will arrange a courier at an additional fee of R330 incl. VAT.
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The 96 panel screen costs R7 999 for an individual and R13 499 for a couple testing together. *
The 600 panel screen costs R9 999 for an individual and R14 999 for a couple testing together. *
Should one partner test first and then the other partner decides to test at a later stage, there will be an additional charge of R6 999 or R8 999 respectively.
We have also have “buy now pay later” option one can use to help spread out the cost over a few months, if necessary.
*These costs are excluding the courier fee of R330 if testing outside of Johannesburg.
What is genetic carrier screening?
Who should consider genetic carrier screening?
It is best to do it before starting a family. If both partners are carrying the same genetic condition, it reduces the risk of passing it to their child. Knowing your carrier status can help you make informed decisions about family planning. You may also consider the test if there’s a family history of genetic disorders.
What conditions does The96Screen test?
How is The96Screen performed?
It is a simple saliva test. The saliva sample is sent to our Lab to undergo processing and testing. The samples are batched, and results generally take 6 to 8 weeks after receipt.
If the results are low risk, you will be sent a personalised video with your results. If the results are medium to high risk, you will be contacted by a genetics counsellor to review your results, which is in line with ethical practice. FutureGen Labs will pay for the first one hour of genetic counselling.
Should I still test even though I have no known family history of genetic disease?
Yes. Not all family history is as comprehensive as genetics, and in some cases the true illness in the family is not revealed due to stigma. Also, people can be carriers for conditions for many generations without having a partner with the same condition.
Knowing your results will help you understand the risk and make informed decisions about your health and family planning.
Is this test covered by medical aid?
No. FutureGen Labs is submitting an application to cover the service via medical aid, but until it is approved, this is a cash only service. However, FutureGen Labs is offering payment plans via Peach payments for clients who cannot afford the screening upfront. Credit card facilities are also available via WalletDoc.
Where can I get The96Screen?
Once you have signed and completed the relevant documentation on our website DoThe96Screen.co.za and made payment, you can visit one of our collection sites.Â
How much does it cost?
Should my partner and I test at the same time? Or do one at a time and wait for results?
FutureGen labs offers you flexible solutions. Should you wish to shorten the journey to finding out your results, the couples screen route will be faster. Should there be financial constraints, it is recommended to test the female partner first, and should there be an actionable result, perform testing on the male partner. This route though, does take longer.
Why can’t I select to do the 600 expanded Screen?
The 600 panel is designed for people with rare familial variants and includes conditions that are not as common or necessarily as severe as those on The96Screen. You are more likely to find out you are a carrier for a genetic condition but the chances of finding a partner with the same condition is very minor, but not impossible. This test is only available for donor recipients or families with known rare diseases, whose medical practitioners advocate for them doing the expanded Screen.
What happens if I get a med/high-risk result?
 Should you have a medium or high-risk result, which requires further action, then your report will be sent to a genetic counsellor for comprehensive feedback. The counsellors will inform you of the conditions identified, explain the risk and provide management options going forward such as the use of PGT-M in conjunction with IVF. Should you prefer, your results can also be sent to your preferred health care practitioner for management and consultation.
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