Genetic testing is available for many forms of childhood glaucoma.
Your child’s ophthalmologist, an eye geneticist (ocular geneticist) or a medical geneticist (pediatric geneticist) can usually help to arrange genetic testing for your child.
Genetic testing is complicated, requires counselling before and after, and requires deep analysis to understand the results. Being in the hands of qualified professionals is extremely important before embarking on genetic testing, therefore this is best done with the help of a trained ocular or medical geneticist to ensure the process is done correctly.
There is usually a cost associated with genetic testing. Your healthcare system or insurance provider may be able to help with the costs.