In gynecology, gene sequencing is employed for several applications, including:
Cancer Risk Assessment: Identifying mutations in genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 can predict the risk of breast and ovarian cancers. Reproductive Health: Sequencing can identify genetic causes of infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and other reproductive issues. Prenatal Screening: Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) uses gene sequencing to screen for chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. Hereditary Conditions: Identifying genetic mutations that may be passed down to offspring, such as Lynch syndrome, which increases cancer risk.
