PATH4WARD Program
Sponsored, no-charge genetic testing
US
What is the PATH4WARD program?
PATH4WARD is a no-charge genetic testing program sponsored by X4 Pharmaceuticals in partnership with Invitae, intended to help diagnose patients suspected of having a congenital neutropenic disorder or a primary immunodeficiency (PID), including WHIM syndrome. The program includes genetic counseling for patients and/or clinicians, as well as family variant testing when applicable.
Program eligibility
The no-charge PATH4WARD genetic testing program is available to US patients who have all three (3) of the following criteria:
1. Suspicion of a congenital neutropenic disorder or a primary immunodeficiency.
2. Any prior history or a current absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≤ 1,000 cells/µL on multiple occasions that is not related to drugs or chemotherapy or secondary to viral infection.
3. One or more of the following:
- Personal history - or family history - of recurrent and/or severe infection
- Personal history of lymphopenia
- Personal history of hypogammaglobulinemia
- Personal history of refractory or recalcitrant warts
- Family history of neutropenia
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 in the US tested through the PATH4WARD 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. Patients can access genetic counseling by using an online scheduling option or by contacting Invitae Client Services at 1-800-436-3037 and asking to schedule a genetic counseling appointment.