20/11/2025
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Dr. Ramesh Menon, Director of Personal Genomics and Genomic Medicine, MedGenome, talks about how genetics shapes the risk, onset, and severity of diabetic complications.
While diabetes is commonly viewed through the lens of blood sugar control, Dr. Menon highlights that genetic variations can influence how the disease can lead to complications such as retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy, and cardiovascular diseases, even among individuals managing their diabetes well. Genetic testing can empower us to comprehensively understand our condition and effectively prevent and manage diabetes and its complications.
If you have a family history of any health conditions, talk to your clinician to learn more about genetic tests and ensure healthier futures for you and your loved ones. You can also reach out to our genetic counsellors at https://diagnostics.medgenome.com/medgenome-genetic-counseling/