KUCHING: Genetic testing offers valuable insights, empowering parents to take on a more proactive approach that may help prevent major health issues before they arise in children.
“As parents, we want nothing more than to ensure our children grow up healthy, happy, and thriving , even as we sift through potential landmines such as conflicting healthcare advice,” said Synapse chief executive officer (CEO) and founder Dr Rachna Kairon.
“While ensuring the health and well-being of our children is naturally our top priority, the key question lies in determining how we can do so as effectively as possible.”
In a press statement issued by Synapse Sdn Bhd on Monday (Nov 4) she said beyond the standard vaccines, booster shots, and regular paediatric check-ups, parents can delve even deeper by focusing on the foundations of health which is their child’s genes.
“Imagine a simple test that unlocks a wealth of personalised insights such as from knowing if your child is predisposed to a slower metabolism, a common trait in conditions like childhood obesity to identifying sensitivities to specific foods.
“Instead of merely reacting to situations as they arise, or relying on generic, one-size-fits-all health advice, parents can now proactively address any potential health issues before they develop,” she said.
Beside, she said it also offers parents a unique opportunity to take early action, whether it is making dietary changes to combat obesity or detecting rare genetic conditions that affect growth and development.
“Essentially, rather than working off “what ifs” and “maybes”, parents can instead work with a unique plan, a personalised health roadmap tailored to meet your child’s DNA as effectively as possible,” she said.
Dr Rachna said that genetic testing also unlocks insights into how a child’s body on a cognitive and emotional level.
“For instance, parents can discover whether their child excels in strength-based activities or endurance sports, and gain a better understanding of their child’s learning style, helping them shape their child’s educational journey from the outset, setting them up for academic success by tailoring their learning environment to their natural abilities.
“Armed with this information thanks to path-breaking entities such as myPreciseDNA, parents can adjust their approach to education and physical development, helping their children not just survive, but truly thrive,” she said.
Dr Rachna said that this testing goes beyond short-term child health care and management, so for parents who want to move beyond the uncertainty of trial-and-error approaches to health, genetic testing offers more than just answers.
“Hence, with its streamlined approach, myPreciseDNA goes multiple steps ahead, offering parents access to science-backed genetic insights, opening the door to a new realm of proactive, tailored care that helps unlock each child’s full potential,” she said.
