myNewborn is a genetic sequencing test performed from a simple saliva or blood sample. The entire exome (the complete set of protein-coding genes) is sequenced (Whole Exome Sequencing – WES), and a results report is issued. Its implications must be assessed and discussed with you by a professional. All tests must be ordered by a physician and include both pre- and post-test genetic counselling.

myNewborn is designed for asymptomatic children from birth to age 6 to identify the risk of early-onset, actionable genetic conditions. The earlier the test is performed, the sooner the child can benefit from preventive measures or early care.

All myNewborn tests must be ordered by a doctor. There are several important reasons for this:

Appropriateness – The physician determines whether the test is suitable, considering your child’s health and family history.

Expert interpretation – Genetic results can be complex. A doctor and genetic specialist can interpret them correctly and explain their significance.

Integration into healthcare – Based on results, the physician can coordinate any further steps (e.g., additional tests, specialist consultations) and integrate the findings into your child’s healthcare.

Results will typically be available between 8 and 10 weeks from the time the laboratory receives the DNA sample. It is important to note that estimated delivery times may vary as each person's genetic information is unique and may require different levels of analysis.

Genetic counselling – In all cases, the results will be presented to you by a genetic specialist during a detailed post-test genetic counseling session. The significance of the finding will be explained in a clear manner.

Medical guidance – The doctor who ordered the test will also be informed and will help determine further action.

Referral if necessary – If the results indicate that further examination or special care is needed, they will make recommendations and help you get to the appropriate specialist or special treatment center. Semmelweis University is our cooperating partner. Our goal is to provide you with all the necessary support.

Genetic data is extremely sensitive personal information, so we pay special attention to its security and confidentiality. All our data processing processes strictly comply with applicable data protection regulations, including the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Your child's data is stored in secure systems and only authorized professionals have access to it in order to carry out the test and communicate the results. You can find our detailed data processing information on our website.

DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is like an extremely long instruction manual in every cell in our body. It carries the hereditary information that determines, for example, our hair color and eye color, but can also influence how our body functions and what diseases we are more susceptible to.

Think of DNA as a huge library. The exome is the books (genes) of this library that contain the recipes for making proteins – the building blocks and engines of our bodies. Most known genetic diseases can be traced back to errors in these “recipes”. myNewborn scans the entire exome to look for these potential errors. There is also whole genome sequencing (WGS), which reads the entire “library”, but myNewborn specifically focuses on the exome because this is where most of the information related to diseases is found.

We all have small differences in our DNA, called genetic variants. They make us unique. Most variants are harmless. However, some can increase the risk of certain diseases or affect how we respond to certain medications. Genetic counseling can help you understand whether a particular variant has health implications.

Not necessarily. Many genetic diseases are inherited in a so-called recessive manner. This means that the disease only appears if someone inherits two faulty copies of the gene (one from the mother, one from the father). If your child is a "carrier" of such a disease, it means that he has one faulty copy of the gene, but also one that works, so he is unlikely to get the condition himself. However, this information can be important for future family planning, both for you and for your child later on.

According to current scientific knowledge, only a few genetic diseases have effective, direct gene therapy options available. In most cases, we cannot modify the genetic abnormality itself, but we have many ways to treat the disease. Thanks to early diagnosis, symptoms can often be prevented or greatly reduced through special diets, medications, developmental interventions, or other treatments, leading to a better quality of life for the child.

It is important to understand that most genetic diseases are caused by internal biological processes, so in this case, you have not done anything "wrong." Human genetic material is constantly changing, but these changes (variants) are usually harmless. However, in rare cases, a variant may occur in a position that affects the function of a specific gene.

Since genetic diseases can be inherited in different ways, the risk to family members also varies. That is why genetic counseling after a positive test result is essential. Based on the specific variant found in the child, the specialist will discuss in detail the likelihood of recurrence in future siblings and which family members need to be screened. It might also be necessary to test the parents to accurately determine the risk.