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SMA Carrier Testing Made Affordable

December 11, 2009 by Victoria

Are you pregnant or thinking of expanding your family? We are pleased to have just learned about a special program offered by Athena Diagnostics that cuts the cost of the SMA carrier test, making it an affordable option for families. Because many insurance companies don't cover the cost of this important test, Athena now offers what they term their "Patient Protection Plan," which limits the out-of-pocket expenses to just 20% of the cost of the test. That is under $200 (click here for information on how to enroll in Athena's Patient Protection Plan or call Athena at 800 394 4493 for more information).

Carrier testing can be done before pregnancy or during. It is a simple blood test. SMA carrier testing is about having knowledge and reproductive options.

Did you know more babies die from SMA than ANY other genetic disease? Did you know 1 in 40 people unknowingly carry the gene that causes SMA -- most have NO family history. Did you know you can have one or more healthy children and still be a carrier of SMA -- putting future children at risk? Did you know the American College of Medical Genetics recommends SMA carrier screening for ALL couples, regardless of race, ethnicity, or family history?

To learn more about SMA carrier screening, visit: Athena's new SMA Awareness website and the Claire Altman Heine Foundation.

To learn more about SMA visit: the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation, FightSMA and Families of SMA.

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