Thanks to our countless collaborations with companies and partner institutions, you have the opportunity to access innovative medical diagnostic and treatment forms. These cover the following topics:
Tests and treatments relating to medication tolerability.
A pharmacogenetic examination shows the impact that your genes or genome have on the efficacy, tolerability and optimal dosage of medication. Depending on your genetic predisposition, certain medications can have undesirable side effects or even be ineffective in some cases. Different medications can also interact with one another if you have to take several at the same time. The laboratory uses a blood or saliva sample to create a pharmacogenetic profile of you (PGx profile), which helps with identifying the right medication and dosage. The test can also help you choose the right form of treatment. This pharmacogenetic multigene panel is usually only required once in a lifetime.
The test focuses exclusively on drug efficacy and safety: it cannot be used to diagnose diseases, make statements about life expectancy or analyse general genetic risks.
The test can be a useful step if genetic characteristics are expected to significantly influence the benefit or risk of a medicinal therapy. In particular, this applies in instances where the treatment is uncertain, there are relevant side effects, or the medication is to be taken long-term.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Seek in-depth advice from your GP before and after your pharmacogenetic investigation. Your doctor will take a blood sample in their office. If you need to give a saliva sample, the sample collection material will be delivered to your home so you can collect the saliva yourself. The actual pharmacogenetic investigation is performed in a specialised Swiss laboratory. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs. If you do not have a general practitioner, an independent external specialist is available to provide pharmacogenetic advice and prescribe the investigation (further information can be found under “Advisory services for genetic analyses”).
The PCA3 test is a genetic test used to determine the risk of prostate cancer. A urine sample is used to calculate a PCA3 value, which indicates the likelihood of having the illness. The test is not a substitute for a biopsy (a tissue sample taken from the prostate to reliably identify or exclude cancer cells), but it provides better justification for performing a biopsy (or not). This ensures that no unnecessary procedures are carried out.
The test is suitable for patients who have at least one negative prostate biopsy, but also have an elevated or increasing PSA value and an ongoing clinical suspicion of prostate cancer.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your GP for advice. The analysis is carried out by a Swiss laboratory.
If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
The Colox test detects early signs of colon cancer and polyps. A blood sample is taken and analysed in the laboratory. If the results are abnormal, the doctor will recommend further examinations such as a colonoscopy. This allows risks to be identified and treated at an early stage.
The test is suitable for women and men aged 50 and over who are asymptomatic (no symptoms), as well as for people with an average family risk of bowel cancer or low level of acceptance for invasive or stool-based tests.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your GP for advice. After your doctor has taken a sample in their office, the analysis is carried out by a laboratory.If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
Genetic factors play an important role in some illnesses. Leading experts in medical genetics across Switzerland are on hand to assist you with a personal consultation. You will receive an individual assessment of genetic risks, possible investigations and their relevance for your health. This allows you to decide which investigations are worthwhile and determine the best way to structure your preventive care.
The following leading experts are available to assist, depending on the issue at hand:
A genetic consultation is recommended for questions about genetic analyses, such as how the test is conducted and the procedure, its possibilities and limitations, and test results. It is particularly helpful if there are indications of a hereditary illness, for example in the case of rare or monogenic illnesses, if certain illnesses run in your family (e.g. cancer or heart diseases) or if several family members have been affected over multiple generations. A consultation can also be helpful if you would like a recommendation of suitable service providers (e.g. laboratories) or general practitioners or specialists.
You do not need a medical prescription for this specialist consultation. However, you should still seek advice from your general practitioner. Genetic advice is provided by one of three independent genetic experts. If a genetic consultation is to take place as part of an expert second opinion, the specialist must already have issued their initial diagnosis.
If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 058 340 13 84 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request, tell you about the payment of costs and put you in touch with a genetics expert.
Do you have semi-private or private insurance? Then you can also benefit from the expert second opinion service.
Cardio Explorer is a non-invasive, AI based medical risk test to assess an individual’s risk of coronary heart disease – i.e. the pathological narrowing of the coronary vessels that can lead to angina pectoris or a heart attack. It is a 15-minute test in a test centre that combines a blood count, blood pressure readings, a resting ECG, symptoms and clinical risk factors (e.g. age, smoking, diabetes). An AI algorithm is used to calculate the probability of pathological vascular constriction.
Cardio Explorer is used to assess the risk of coronary heart disease at an early stage – without time-consuming or invasive examinations. The test is suitable, for example, in cases involving unclear or mild complaints, as a preventive step if you are at increased risk or as a decision-making tool before further cardiological examinations.
You do not need a medical prescription for this analysis. However, you should still seek advice from your general practitioner. The analysis is carried out by a doctor in their office. You can make an appointment at a test centre online. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
The CardioInsight vest records the heart’s electrical activity and creates a precise three-dimensional heart map. This allows cardiac arrhythmias to be precisely located and the optimal treatment planned. The vest is worn once and collects all necessary data from the surface of the body – without any invasive intervention.
It is suitable for complex or difficult-to-locate cardiac arrhythmias, especially for diagnostics and treatment planning.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your GP for advice. The analysis will be carried out by your doctor in their office. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
The Food Inflammation Test shows whether certain foods cause inflammation in your body, enabling complaints such as digestive problems, skin diseases and fatigue to be better understood. Your personal food profile is created from a blood sample. You will receive a personalised nutrition plan and tips on how to better regulate inflammation and improve your well-being.
The test is recommended for chronic complaints such as digestive disorders, skin problems and fatigue. It is also suitable if you want to make targeted improvements to your diet.
You do not need a medical prescription for this analysis. You can order the test yourself online or buy it from a pharmacy. If you are interested in this, please contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
This test shows whether you have a genetic predisposition to lactose intolerance. This will help you determine whether your complaints are caused by the consumption of dairy products. The results will help you to adjust your diet and prevent issues.
The test is suitable for people who suffer recurring abdominal pain or flatulence after eating dairy products.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your GP for advice. Your doctor will take the blood sample in their office. The actual investigation is carried out in a specialised Swiss laboratory. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
The Alleye app helps with detecting retinal diseases (age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular oedema) at an early stage and monitoring their progress. You can test your eyesight yourself at regular intervals and record important information such as visual acuity, central retinal thickness or doctor’s appointments – so you always have an overview of your eye health.
The app is suitable for patients with an increased risk level or with retinal disease.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your ophthalmologist for advice. You will receive an Alleye ID, which you will need to use the Alleye app. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
RetinaLyze is a computer-assisted eye screening test for the early detection of retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration or glaucoma. This enables the risks of visual damage, such as blindness, to be identified in good time. The analysis takes just a few seconds and delivers clear results.
This test is recommended for patients with an increased risk of eye diseases such as macular degeneration or glaucoma or diabetes.
You do not need a medical prescription for this analysis. Your optician will perform the analysis online if they work with RetinaLyze. If you experience any abnormalities, you will be referred to an ophthalmologist for a thorough eye examination.If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
The following opticians in Switzerland offer RetinaLyze screening: https://www.augenscreening.eu/retinalyze-optiker-in-der-schweiz.
From as early as the ninth week of pregnancy, non-invasive prenatal tests can determine with a high level of certainty whether an unborn child has a genetic disorder such as trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome) or trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome). The NIPT (non-invasive prenatal test) is carried out using a blood sample from the mother and causes no harm to the child. If necessary, the child’s entire genetic material can be examined; this is discussed on a case-by-case basis with the doctor.
The test is recommended from the ninth week of pregnancy onwards, particularly if there is an increased risk or if the findings of previous investigations (e.g. first trimester test) are abnormal.
You do not need a medical prescription for this analysis. Contact your GP for advice. Your doctor will carry out the analysis in a doctors’ office that works with the providers LifeCodexx, Viollier AG and Dr. Risch. If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
This investigation (trisomy 21, 18 and 13) is covered by basic insurance, provided the requirements of the Health Care Benefits Ordinance (KLV) are met. However, if these requirements are not met, PRIMEO supplementary insurance will cover the costs.
Around half of all premature births occur without any previous symptoms. One possible cause is a weakness of the cervix: softer tissue or shortening may indicate an increased risk of premature birth. The Pregnolia system measures the condition of the cervix during pregnancy and thus helps determine the risk of premature birth. The examination is usually part of a regular pregnancy check-up.
It is recommended from the 18th week of pregnancy onwards if there is a risk of premature birth, abnormal cervical length or to monitor treatment decisions.
You need a medical prescription for this analysis. Ask your gynaecologist for advice and whether they work with Pregnolia AG. We only cover the costs of examinations performed by certain gynaecologists. Your doctor will carry out the examination at a gynaecologist’s office.
If you are interested in this, or after you have spoken to your doctor, contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
Personal Health Coaching from SalutaCoach offers individual coaching on exercise, nutrition and mental health. The aim is to improve your health holistically and sustainably. The convenient coaching sessions take place online and are tailored to your personal needs.
We recommend coaching if you want to actively improve your health – be it through more exercise, a balanced diet or mental resilience.
You do not need a medical prescription for this coaching. You can access the services on offer online via the SalutaCoach platform.
If you are interested in this, please contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
ACTICORE1 and Pelvic Tool Home & Sport are pelvic floor training programmes for home use. A sensor measures your pelvic floor muscles during your training session and sends the feedback to an app. This allows you to check whether you are tensing your pelvic floor muscles correctly.
Pelvic floor exercises can be used to support recovery after pregnancy and birth and if you are experiencing issues caused by a weak pelvic floor, such as mild incontinence.
You do not need a doctor’s prescription for this training. You can order ACTICORE1 and Pelvic Tool Home & Sport independently online and use them at home with the app.
If you are interested in this, please contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and tell you about the payment of costs.
With an HIV self-test, you can check whether you have HIV without leaving the house. The test is easy to use and provides a reliable result. A small amount of blood from the fingertip is required for the test. An HIV infection can be detected if you were exposed to the risk in question at least three months ago.
The test is suitable if you want to know your own HIV status and/or have reason to believe that you may have been at risk of HIV infection (e.g. after unprotected sexual intercourse or direct blood contact).
You do not need a medical prescription for this analysis. You can order the test online (no prescription required) or buy it from a pharmacy (or health retailer).
Are you interested? Contact us on 0844 80 81 82 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm). We will review your request and inform you of the next steps.You do not need to contact us in advance for diagnostic and treatment forms that you order or use online, or for products that you buy from a pharmacy. If you have taken out our PRIMEO supplementary insurance product, simply submit the invoice or payment receipt to us after your purchase.
Most diagnostic and treatment forms can only be carried out if prescribed by a doctor. You can find out whether this is the case in the description of the relevant diagnostic and treatment forms.
If you have taken out PRIMEO supplementary insurance, Helsana will cover 90% of the costs for innovative diagnostic and treatment forms up to a maximum of CHF 5000.– per calendar year.
The innovative diagnostic and treatment forms listed here are not covered by basic insurance.
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