These genetic tests are now part of Tricare’s covered benefits

Defense health officials have added six preconception and prenatal genetic tests to military members’ health care benefits.

The lab tests that are now a Tricare covered medical benefit include one test per condition, per lifetime, for these genetic disorders:

• Cystic fibrosis
• Spinal muscular atrophy
• Fragile X syndrome
• Tay-Sachs disease
• Hemoglobinopathies
• Conditions linked with Ashkenazi Jewish descent

Source: https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/military-benefits/health-care/2023/08/24/these-genetic-tests-are-now-part-of-tricares-covered-benefits/