Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The simple answer: Discovery and education for these diseases is still a work in progress. While scientists continue to explore and seek to better understand rare genetic diseases of obesity, researchers still don’t fully understand why some gene variants gene variants Changes (also known as variants) in the standard “spelling” of a gene. Gene variants can result in serious health problems or be “silent” with no negative health effects. cause more health problems than others. Even healthcare providers who specialize in genetics might not be aware of the latest information. This means that your best chance of finding answers to your questions is working with an expert in rare genetic diseases of obesity, as well as connecting with others in the rare genetic diseases of obesity community.
In the United States, not all laboratories test for rare genetic diseases of obesity. To help determine which laboratories test for these conditions, it is usually best to work with a genetics expert. Medical geneticists and genetic counselors are healthcare professionals specifically trained in genetic conditions, genetic diagnosis, genetic testing, and interpretation of genetic results.