THE GENE Therapy: A Step—by—Step Guide

STEP 1: CANDIDACY

At THE GENE, your well-being and the efficacy of our treatments are paramount. To ensure our gene therapy is the optimal solution for you, the first step involves a conversation with us. If you are seriously considering the therapy, you are welcome to book a consulting session with a member of our medical team.

You can do this via Contact Us

STEP 2: THE ONBOARDING PROCESS

After confirming that the therapy aligns with your health requirements, and that the cost of therapy works for you, we will initiate the onboarding process, which encompasses:

• Health History: We will send you a health status form that you can fill-out online. This will allow our medical team understand in depth your health status.

• Treatment Scheduling: Together, we will look at our schedules and determine the most suitable date for your treatment.

• Preparation Recommendations: Ahead of your scheduled treatment, Liv Bioscience will forward guidelines and any potential adjustments to your current medication or supplement regimen. Rest assured, these adjustments, if any, will be minimal and decided in collaboration with member of our team to ensure a seamless integration with your current health plan.

STEP 3: TREATMENT LOCATION – LOS CABOS

Currently, our gene therapy treatments are exclusively conducted in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico. We advise you to make all necessary travel and accommodation arrangements in advance*, ensuring a hassle-free experience. You can find direct flights from most large cities in the USA and Canada. Please set SJD Los Cabos International Airport as your destination.

For a list of near-by accomodations, visit our Accomodations page here.

*Flights and accomodations are not included in the price of treatment.

STEP 4: ARRIVAL IN LOS CABOS

Please arrive at least 24 hours prior to your treatment. We will have a driver pick you up at the SJD Los Cabos International Airport, Terminal 2, and drop you off at your chosen hotel or home base.

STEP 5: TREATMENT DAY PROTOCOL ON THE DESIGNATED TREATMENT DAY:

As you prepare for your treatment day, we want to ensure that your experience is as seamless and comfortable as possible. Here are some essential steps to help you relax and prepare for you Gene Therapy.

• Relax and Minimize Stress: Prioritize a calm and stress-free day. A good night's sleep, healthy meals, and avoiding strenuous activities will help you feel your best.

• Fasting: You will have a Klotho blood test prior to treatment. Please avoid food, especially fats, 6-8 hours prior to your appointment. We will provide a healthy snack post blood test.

• Continue Your Medications and Supplements: Maintain your regular medication and supplement routine, unless advised otherwise.

• Getting to the Clinic: You have the option to arrange your own transportation via local Uber or Taxi. Alternatively, we can coordinate a pick-up service from your hotel or condo, ensuring you arrive at the clinic comfortably and on time. To arrange pick-up, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance, or coordinate with our team through our communication channels.

• Arrival and Forms: Upon your arrival at our clinic, we will first provide you with necessary paperwork and forms. Make sure you have ample time to read and fill out.

• Preliminary Health Check: Our medical team will conduct an initial health assessment, which includes checking your vital signs and performing a blood draw for reference.

• Gene Therapy Administration: The Liv Gene Therapy is administered via an intra-dermal injection. This procedure is typically painless for most patients. Let us know if you have any concerns about receiving injections ahead of time.

• Rest in Clinic: After the injection, we recommend staying in the clinic for 30 minutes. This period allows us to monitor your comfort and safety.

• What to expect post-injection: Immediate post-treatment effects are generally minimal, with potential side effects similar to any type of injection, such as redness and tenderness at the injection site, which can last approximately 1-10 days.

POST-TREATMENT CARE AND PROTOCOL

Immediate Post-Treatment: After receiving gene therapy, we recommend that you prioritize rest to allow your body to optimally integrate the treatment.

STAYING NEARBY

While our gene therapy is designed with the utmost precision and safety in mind, we advise you to remain in the vicinity of the clinic for 1-2 days post-treatment. This allows us to monitor your well-being closely and ensures immediate access to our medical team should any queries or concerns arise. No adverse reactions have been reported, but it’s always good to rest and be close to us, in case you may need our attention.

MAINTAINING HEALTH

Your commitment to a healthy lifestyle will amplify the benefits of the gene therapy. Please adhere to the dietary and lifestyle guidelines we provide, ensuring that the gene therapy's effects are maximized and sustained.

FOLLOW-UP BLOOD WORK

Depending on the specifics of your gene therapy treatment, we may recommend conducting a blood work analysis either 1 or 3 months post-therapy. This can be done at a medical facility closer to your home. The data helps in understanding the therapy's progress and physiological adaption.