Understanding Genetics of Thrombophilia / Inheritance & Testing

Thrombophilia is a hereditary or acquired predisposition to develop blood clots. It is also referred to as hypercoagulation state or hypercoagulability. Below is a list of NBCA resources and articles related to genetic testing:

Talk to your healthcare provider about any questions you might have about genetic testing, and get more information and guidance from a genetic counselor. You can search for a genetic counselors in your local community here: Find a Genetic Counselor

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