ApexHealth Refractive Surgery Genetic Test

The ApexHealth Refractive Surgery Genetic Test is suitable for individuals preparing for laser vision correction surgery (including SMILE/ LASIK) or those with a family history of eye disease who require risk assessment. This test targets 5 common TGFBI gene variants for the early detection of Corneal Dystrophy risk.

Understanding the Risk: Corneal Dystrophy
There is an inherited eye condition called Corneal Dystrophy. It often shows no symptoms in its early stages, and traditional eye examinations may not detect it. Research indicates that for individuals carrying specific gene variants, such as those in the TGFBI gene, undergoing SMILE or LASIK laser vision correction can actually trigger or accelerate the progression of this condition. This can cause snowflake-like white deposits to accumulate on the cornea, leading to blurry vision. In severe cases, this can result in permanent, irreversible vision damage.

What is the TGFBI gene?

The TGFBI gene is responsible for producing a protein that acts like a kind of “glue” or adhesive in the cornea. This protein helps maintain the normal, orderly arrangement of proteins in the cornea so that it remains transparent.

However, if this gene has a “mistake” (i.e., a mutation), some proteins in the cornea cannot arrange themselves properly. As a result, these proteins become insoluble in water and start to accumulate in the cornea. Over time, this causes the cornea to become increasingly cloudy, leading to a gradual decline in vision.

About the ApexHealth Refractive Surgery Genetic Test
This test helps identify the risk of Corneal Dystrophy early by targeting 5 common TGFBI gene variants.
Simple & Painless: Involves a quick oral swab sample collection that takes only a few minutes and is completely painless. Accurate: Provides reliable results!

3 working days express report (calculated from the next working day after sample collection, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays), This will help you better understand if you carry specific genetic risks before surgery.

Important Notes:

Before Sample Collection: It is recommended that customers avoid eating or drinking anything (except plain water) for 1 hour before collecting the sample.

Questions: If you have any questions about the test, please feel free to call our center at 3504 2738.

Testing Process:

Order the Test Kit: After purchasing, please contact our team at 3504 2738 to arrange the next steps.

Sample Collection: Once you receive the kit, follow the instructions to easily collect your oral DNA sample at home.

Receive Your Report: Mail the sample back to our laboratory. You will receive your test results via email within 3 working days.

Sample Report:

• After successful payment, the Customer receives confirmation email from health.ESDlife, ApexHealth will call the customer to schedule the appointment within 1-2 working days. In the meantime, customers must present their identity cards and print the order confirmation letter on the appointment day.
• The health check package is valid for two months( from the date of purchase) or it will be forfeited.
• Report Turnaround Time: In general, reports will be ready approximately 2 weeks after your test (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays). Turnaround times for specific tests may vary; for example, the ALEX2® Allergy Test report takes approximately 7 working days. (For report time of Designated sexual health plans and CTC Cancer Screening Test, please refer to product pages correspondingly)
• Report Consultation: Your report will be sent to you electronically. After you have received the e-report, our healthcare staff will arrange a telephone consultation to provide a professional explanation of the results. Please note that the waiting time for this consultation may vary depending on factors such as the processing time for specific lab items or the client's preferred schedule.
• Amendment or cancellation is not allowed once the payment is confirmed.
• In case of dispute, the decision of health.ESDlife and ApexHealth shall be final and binding.

Disclaimers:

1. All health check/health screening services are not for the purpose of medical diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.   When there is any sign of symptom/disease in your health, please consult Doctor immediately for diagnosis and treatment. 
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