Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, according to the WHO. Genetic risk studies are strongly recommended in families with a history of premature death from heart disease. Hypertension and venous thrombosis are polygenic and multifactorial syndromes, under the influence of both genetic and environmental factors.
The genetic susceptibility, obtained from a saliva sample, allows the specialist to act on environmental factors and prevent the disease by applying a personalized treatment.