The FaXeS Study. Offering fragile X carrier testing to women: comparing prenatal and preconception screening. [ 2010 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Sylvia Metcalfe (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Leslie Sheffield ,  A/Pr Susan Donath ,  Dr Flora Tassone ,  Prof Jane Halliday
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Brief description Fragile X syndrome is the leading cause of inherited intellectual disability. A genetic screening test is available to detect carriers of this condition. Using questionnaires and interviews we will directly compare carrier screening in pregnant and non-pregnant women in the general community, looking at issues such as informed decision-making, test uptake and its predictors and cost-effectiveness. This will be critical to inform policy and guidelines for genetic screening programs.

Funding Amount $AUD 432,883.80

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant