AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 22, 2024-- Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and genetic testing, today announced that the company will present new data on its 385-gene kidney genetic test, Renasight™, at the annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2024. The meeting will take place in San Diego from Oct. 23-27.

Natera and its collaborators will present 7 abstracts focused on comprehensive genetic testing for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This includes an updated analysis from the prospective RenaCARE study, along with additional data on the utility of genetic testing for patients with CKD to enable more precise diagnoses, guide personalized treatment, and improve overall clinical outcomes.

The evidence to be presented at ASN adds to growing support for renal genetic testing, including the recently updated Kidney Diseases Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) guideline for the management of CKD, a newly published consensus statement on renal genetics by The National Kidney Foundation (NKF),^1,2 and a review article published in The New England Journal of Medicine³ reiterating the clinical utility of genetic testing for the majority of patients with CKD.

“This has been a pivotal year in the field of renal genetic testing, with robust and unified support coming from leading organizations like NKF, KDIGO, and the New England Journal of Medicine on the benefits of comprehensive genetic testing for patients with CKD,” said Anthony Bleyer, MD, MS, professor of nephrology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. “The reality is that 25% of patients on dialysis do not know the cause of their kidney disease and they have a right to know what is causing their disease and know the resources available for their specific condition.”

“We are pleased to present data with our collaborators at ASN that further supports the clinical need for testing alongside these recent recommendations and guideline updates,” said Maggie Westemeyer, MS, CGC, director of clinical genetic services for Organ Health at Natera.

The full list of presentations at ASN Kidney Week include:

Poster Presentation | Abstract # TH-PO526 | Presenter: Meg Hager, MS, MPH, CGC | October 24, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
Patient Satisfaction and Outcomes Following a Session with a Genetic Counselor for Kidney Disease

Poster Presentation | Abstract # FR-PO653 | Presenter: Anthony Bleyer, MD, MS | October 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
Results of Genetic Testing with a 385-Gene Panel in African American Patients with Kidney Disease

Poster Presentation | Abstract # FR-PO655 | Presenter: Insa Schmidt, MD, MPH | October 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
Genetic testing in biopsy-confirmed kidney disease

Poster Presentation | Abstract # FR-PO658 | Presenter: Maggie Westemeyer, MS, CGC | October 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
The RenaCARE Study: Updating Genetic Testing Results in Response to New Gene-Disease Association and Variant Upgrade

Poster Presentation | Abstract # FR-PO659 | Presenter: Maggie Westemeyer, MS, CGC | October 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
Fabry Disease Genetic Diagnosis in a Large CKD Population Tested with a Broad Renal Gene Panel

Poster Presentation | Abstract # FR-PO667 | Presenter: Michelle Bloom, PhD | October 25, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
The Genetic Landscape of Glomerular Disease and FSGS among >50,000 Genetically Tested for CKD

Poster Presentation | Abstract # SA-PO578 | Presenter: Dinah Clark, MS, CGC | October 26, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT | Renasight
Assessment of Key Indicators of Pathogenicity in PKD1/2 Variants

About Natera

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA and genetic testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. We aim to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health, and inform earlier, more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera’s tests are validated by more than 200 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.

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References

1. KDIGO 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease. Stevens, P E, et al. Kidney International. 2024;105(4S):S117-S314. doi:10.1016/j.kint.2023.10.018
2. Advancing Genetic Testing in Kidney Diseases: Report from a National Kidney Foundation Working Group. Franceschini, N, et al. American Journal of Kidney Diseases. 2024; doi:10.1053/j.ajkd.2024.05.010
3. Vivante A. Genetics of Chronic Kidney Disease. New England Journal of Medicine. 2024;391(7):627-639. doi:10.1056/NEJMra2308577

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