Breaking Barriers in Genetic Testing: Simplifying Access with a Secure Web Application

Industries

Healthcare

Services

Web Application Development

Tools We used

React, .NET Core

Challenges We Faced

The primary challenge was simplifying access to genetic testing for cancer and cardiovascular risks:

Complex Testing Process: Traditional methods required scheduling appointments with healthcare providers, leading to delays and increased costs.
Access Barriers: Patients faced cumbersome processes that deterred them from obtaining necessary health information.‍
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring data privacy and meeting HIPAA regulations for Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI).

Access to genetic testing was complex, costly, and time-consuming, deterring individuals from proactive health management.

WhizzBridge developed a secure, mobile-first web application to address these challenges:

Streamlined Booking: Enabled users to book genetic tests online without requiring a doctor's appointment.
Quick Approvals: Implemented a system for immediate online approval of Picture Wellness tests from Fulgent Genetics.
Step-by-Step Guidance: Simplified the user journey with clear instructions for every step.
Regulatory Compliance: Encrypted all PII and PHI to meet HIPAA standards. Secured data transfer with HTTPS protocol. Implemented best practices for managing environment secrets, ensuring sensitive data was securely stored.

The "Folk" application delivered significant improvements in user accessibility and health outcomes:

Efficient Test Booking: Reduced time and effort for ordering tests.
Increased Awareness: Broadened public understanding of genetic risks associated with cancer and cardiovascular health.‍
Enhanced Health Outcomes: Enabled timely access to genetic testing, promoting proactive health management and better overall outcomes.

The application improved access to genetic testing, raising awareness and empowering users to take charge of their health.