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Clinical Genetics Services
The Clinical Genetics service aims to provide people affected by, or at risk of a genetic condition with accurate information, counselling support and genetic testing as appropriate to each individual.
The objectives of the service are:
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To assist with making an accurate diagnosis of a genetic condition within the family
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To arrange and interpret genetic test results
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To manage and offer appropriate surveillance for genetic disorders
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To provide full and accurate information to families about the condition
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To give information to families about the risks of the condition occurring in themselves or in their offspring, and the tests available to them
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To provide genetic counselling support
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To refer families to other professionals if appropriate
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