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Upcoming Webinar: Cystic Fibrosis Screening

This free online webinar is designed for laboratory professionals looking to enhance their skills in cystic fibrosis (CF) carrier screening. As one of the most prevalent autosomal recessive disorders, cystic fibrosis affects many individuals, particularly those of Northern European descent, with an estimated carrier frequency of 1 in 25. Understanding how to identify carriers is vital for reproductive genetic counseling and facilitating informed patient decisions.

What's on the Agenda?

During this insightful session, experts will delve into several critical components related to CF screening. Participants will learn about:

• - CFTR Variant Panel Design: This section will cover how to effectively design panels for testing, focusing on the rationale behind standard, tiered, and expanded approaches.
• - Interpretation of Results: Attendees will gain insights into accurately interpreting CF test results and recognizing variants of uncertain significance.
• - Quality Practices: Best practices for ensuring consistent quality in laboratory procedures will be shared, highlighting the importance of pre-analytical variables that can impact results.
• - Ethnicity-Aware Screening: The webinar will discuss the significance of ethnicity-aware panels, enabling laboratories to tailor their approaches for diverse populations.
• - Complex Case Handling: Real-world examples will illustrate how laboratories can navigate complex result reporting and communication, fostering effective collaboration with genetic counseling teams.

Expert Speakers

The webinar will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers:

• - Josh Deignan, PhD, FACMG: A leading expert in molecular diagnostics, who will share insights from his extensive experience in the field.
• - Fen Guo, PhD, FACMG, FCCMG: A scientific director who brings a wealth of knowledge on the clinical genomics laboratory setting.
• - Dr. Vicky Pratt, PhD, FACMG: Known for her expertise in genetic testing and reproductive genetics, ensuring attendees gain a holistic view of the topic.

Attendees will leave this session equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to optimize their CF screening programs, accurately interpret results, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. By understanding guidelines from organizations such as ACMG, ACOG, and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, laboratory professionals can better navigate their workflows.

Conclusion

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your laboratory’s CF screening capabilities. Join us on August 26, 2026, at 12 PM EDT and take the first step toward improving your practices in CF screening. Register now to secure your spot!

For further details and to register, please visit our official page.

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