Pediatric Genetic Testing

The right answers,
at the right time.

Pediatric genetic testing that guides families, providers, and health plans toward the best possible outcomes.

Why GeneSprout

Built for parents. Backed by science.

GeneSprout brings clinical-grade pediatric genetic testing out of the research hospital and into your home — with the support you need every step of the way.

Founded by a pediatrician. For every parent.

Ann Wu, MD spent 20 years at Boston Children's Hospital before founding GeneSprout — a doctor who has sat across from thousands of families, and a mom who wanted the same peace of mind for her own children.

Answers you can actually act on.

GeneSprout screens for 2,800+ conditions that can occur in childhood — ones where early knowledge genuinely changes outcomes. Not overwhelming data. Clarity, with a path forward.

The same lab standard as your hospital.

Your child's sample is processed in a CAP and CLIA-certified laboratory — the certification standard used by clinical hospital labs. You can trust what comes back.

Results that make sense.

Your report arrives in a secure, HIPAA-compliant portal, written in plain language. Designed to be understood by you first — and shared with your pediatrician when you're ready.

We're with you, whatever the results show.

If your child's results show an elevated risk, our rare disease navigation team is there — explaining what it means, connecting you with specialists, and walking with your family every step of the way.

Science that grows with your child.

As new genetic discoveries are made, we review your child's existing data against the latest findings — and reach out if anything newly significant applies to them. One test. Ongoing peace of mind.

Conditions we screen for

Clarity for every child, whatever their story.

GeneSprout screens for 1,500+ pediatric genetic conditions. See what early knowledge looks like for families just like yours.

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Child playing on a swing — healthy and thriving

Peace of mind from day one.

For most families, the answer is exactly what they hoped for.

The majority of families who test with GeneSprout receive a clear, low-risk result — and that peace of mind is genuinely valuable. Knowing your child's genetic baseline early means you can stop wondering, share the report with your pediatrician, and simply enjoy watching them grow. No unexpected findings. No follow-up required. Just the reassurance that you did everything you could.

Parent and child together — developmental support

When development looks different, answers change everything.

A genetic cause is found in up to 40% of children with unexplained developmental delay.

If your child is missing milestones, has been diagnosed with autism, or is showing signs of intellectual disability, a genetic explanation can be transformative. It can end a long diagnostic odyssey, unlock targeted therapies, and give your care team a clearer roadmap. GeneSprout screens for hundreds of genetic conditions associated with developmental differences — providing a foundation for the answers your family deserves.

Genetic clarity when seizures appear.

Over 30% of childhood epilepsies have a genetic origin.

Seizures in a child are frightening, and understanding their cause is the first step toward effective treatment. Many forms of childhood epilepsy are genetic — and the specific variant can determine which medications work, which to avoid, and what the long-term outlook looks like. GeneSprout screens for genes associated with Dravet syndrome, CDKL5, SCN1A, and dozens of other epileptic encephalopathies, giving your neurologist the genetic context they need.

Parent holding child — pediatric cardiac genetic screening

Heart conditions that run in families.

Many inherited cardiac conditions show no symptoms until a serious event.

Heritable heart conditions — including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Long QT syndrome, and arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy — can be present at birth with no outward signs. Identifying a genetic variant early allows cardiologists to monitor your child proactively, make informed decisions about activity restrictions, and start preventive treatment before a first event. GeneSprout screens for the most clinically actionable pediatric cardiac conditions.

The right medication. The right dose.

Your child's genes affect how they process common medications.

Pharmacogenomics — the study of how genes affect drug response — is one of the most actionable areas of pediatric genetics. Variants in genes like CYP2D6 and TPMT can mean that standard doses of certain medications are too strong, ineffective, or even dangerous for your child. GeneSprout screens for key pharmacogenomic variants, so you and your pediatrician can make more informed prescribing decisions from the start.

Your data, your choice

Your child's genetic data belongs to your family — not to us. We never sell, share, or use it for research without your explicit consent.

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Early Detection

We had no family history of anything unusual, but GeneSprout flagged a metabolic condition in our son before he had any symptoms. Our pediatrician said catching it this early made all the difference."

Sarah M., mom of two

Early Detection

Sarah M., mom of two

Rare Disease Navigation

After our daughter's diagnosis, we felt completely lost. The navigation team didn't just send us links — they got on the phone with us, explained everything, and helped us find a specialist within days."

James & Priya T.

Peace of Mind

I was nervous about what the results might show. But knowing is so much better than not knowing. The report was clear, my pediatrician loved how it was organized, and I finally felt like I was ahead of something."

Claire O., first-time mom

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Pediatrician-founded
CAP/CLIA Certified Lab
HIPAA-Compliant Portal
Boston Children's Roots
HSA/FSA Accepted

The right answers,at the right time.