Behind the Seizure® Program
Sponsored, no-charge genetic testing
US and Canada
What is the Behind the Seizure® program?
Genetic testing may bring you closer to understanding what’s causing your patient’s epilepsy, helping your patients and their caregivers benefit from deeper knowledge and timely care.
Patient story: Naya Edouard
Two years after Naya started missing developmental milestones—and nearly a year after a neurologist first suggested genetic testing—the Edouard family finally has answers, thanks to the Behind the Seizure® program. ”
- Alexis Edouard
Read Naya's storyProgram eligibility
To be eligible for this program, patients in the US and Canada must meet the following criteria:
Any child under the age of 8 who has had an unprovoked seizure.
How to order
Our easy-to-order panels align with professional guidelines, making your potential next steps clearer.
Step 1
Discuss testing and get consent from the eligible patient. Place your order via our convenient online portal.
Step 2
Collect your patient’s specimen using an Invitae collection kit and return it. Use the label provided to ship most samples at no additional charge from the US and Canada.
Step 3
Receive results online and access resources to guide your discussion with patient about their results.
Genetic counseling services
Individuals tested through the Behind the Seizure program are eligible for post-test genetic counseling to help them understand their test results. This service is made available by Invitae at no charge as part of the program for patients located in the US and Canada.
Patients can access genetic counseling by scheduling a session through their patient portal or by contacting Invitae Client Services at 1-800-436-3037 and asking to schedule a genetic counseling appointment.
Our sponsors love working with us
Behind the Seizure is offered in partnership with the following sponsors: