Sudden Cardiac Death is caused by a sudden cessation of cardiac activity, which can occur in people with or without previous cardiovascular disease. This cessation of activity is usually caused by a disturbance in the electrical activity of the heart in the form of arrhythmia or asystole that interrupts blood flow to the brain and […]

The National Society of Genetic Counselors of America (NSGC) defines genetic counseling as the “process of helping individuals understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of genetic contribution to disease”. During this process, the professional will seek to interpret in depth the most relevant genetic traits and convey the information in a […]

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common severe recessive genetic disease in the Caucasian population, affecting about 1 in 4,500 people. The reason it is so prevalent is that one in 25 people is an asymptomatic carrier of the disease; this carrier rate is very high indeed. CF affects several organs of the body, so […]

When a couple is trying to conceive, gestational losses are a problem that can be a one-time occurrence or can be repeated in successive pregnancies. This situation creates uncertainty for both parents and health professionals, who in many cases are looking for answers so that they can take action if necessary. Unfortunately, about 25% of […]

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide. Each year, Prostate Cancer Day provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the importance of early detection and the innovations available that allow for more effective diagnosis of this pathology. What is Prostate Cancer? The prostate is a gland exclusive to males, […]

Genetics is a fundamental pillar of medicine, its study provides valuable information for both the prevention and diagnosis of diseases. Medical genetics is an area that presents complexity, in this blog we will try to explain certain basic concepts that allow to improve the understanding of this science and to initiate in its study. The […]

Cancer is one of the pathologies with the greatest impact on the health of the population; in women, breast and ovarian cancer is the most prevalent. Genetic diagnosis of hereditary cases has become a key tool for both prevention and treatment of the pathology. A greater knowledge of the architecture of hereditary cancer together with […]

DNA contains all the instructions for the correct functioning of the organism, so it is logical to think that genetics plays a fundamental role in people’s health. As knowledge in genetics has advanced, the underlying causes and mechanisms of many diseases have been identified and, in some cases, this has made it possible to establish […]

Congenital heart disease is the most common malformation at birth, but what role do genetics play? Are all cases the same? In this blog we will explain congenital heart disease, its causes and detection methods. What are congenital heart diseases? Congenital heart disease (CHD) is defined as any malformation in the structure of the heart […]

Rare diseases present a unique challenge due to their low prevalence and the complexity of their diagnosis. To improve the quality of life of patients with rare diseases and facilitate the development of targeted therapies, early diagnosis is key. For this reason, genetic tools have become an essential resource for the diagnosis of these pathologies, […]

Diabetes is a disease with a high incidence in today’s society. In Spain, for example, it affects 14% of the population. One of the most common doubts about this pathology is whether it can be transmitted from parents to children. Therefore, in this article we want to clarify whether diabetes is hereditary or not, explaining […]

Between 5-10% of all cancer cases are related to genetic alterations that are inherited, i.e. passed down through families. Having an inherited genetic change does not always mean that one is irrevocably destined to get cancer, but rather that there is an increased risk of developing a certain type or types of cancer. New genes […]

Rare diseases are more common than we can imagine and a large number of people are affected by this type of diseases globally. In this article, we explain some common characteristics of this type of diseases and the importance of diagnosing them appropriately. What are rare diseases?   Rare diseases can be defined as those […]

When we discuss genetic diseases or hereditary conditions, there is often confusion between these terms. Ultimately, both “genetic” and “hereditary” refer to our DNA and our genetic make-up. However, we need to make the difference between genetic and hereditary, as the two terms are not necessarily interchangeable. While both genetic and hereditary diseases are determined […]

Common diseases, such as cardiovascular disease or diabetes, are complex. This means that their onset depends as much on environmental factors as on diverse genetic factors. Establishing the genetic component associated with these diseases has been challenging. However, with a new approach call Polygenic Risk Score (PRS), now it is possible to detect a greater […]

Some of the most common skin diseases are caused by infections, and others are the result of genetic factors combined with environmental factors. In this article, we bring you some examples of skin diseases caused by different factors, describing their symptoms, treatment and how to prevent them.  Skin and dermatology To learn  more about the characteristics […]

Medication allergies are an adverse reaction of the immune system caused by taking a specific drug, and sometimes this reaction can be serious. Although any drug can cause an allergy, some do so more frequently than others. In this post, we provide you with more information about allergies to medication and we give you insight about […]

Extracting DNA from blood sounds like a forensic practice we would see on TV shows, but what is its utility? While blood is one of the most commonly used samples to extract DNA, there are other sources from which DNA can be extracted. What is DNA? To begin with, let’s cover what DNA is and […]

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers not only to a single disease but to a wide range of conditions. Autistic people may present challenges with social, communication and behavioural skills. Whilst ASD can be very different for each person, there are some common characteristics that we can identify at different stages in life. In […]

During the past century, the scientific community has made significant discoveries which played a key role in deciphering the human genome: chromosomes were discovered to be the basis of inheritance; the DNA double helix was seen for the first time; the biological mechanism by which the cells read the information contained in the genes was […]