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Gene Testing - http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/medicine/genetest.shtml
Brief overview of gene testing: what it is, how it works, what are some of the pros and cons, what tests are available. Includes a guide to further resources. |
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National Society of Genetic Counselors - NSGC - http://www.nsgc.org/
Promote the profession as a recognized part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Includes a searchable database of counselors. |
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National Newborn Screening and Genetics Resource Center of the US - http://genes-r-us.uthscsa.edu/
Provides a large collection of resources on birth defects and on genetic/metabolic screening of infants as a component of public health. |
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Navigenics, Inc. - http://www.navigenics.com
Provides genetic testing for common health conditions that can be prevented -- or better managed if detected early. Includes information on steps people can take to reduce their risk of diseases. |
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EuroGentest - http://www.eurogentest.org
European project to harmonize genetic testing across Europe. Provides information for medical professionals, laboratories, students, industry, patients and families. |
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American Board of Genetic Counseling - http://www.abgc.net/
Prepares and administers examinations and accredits training programs. Offers a range of information on examinations, guidelines, and training programs. |
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Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors - CAGC - http://www.cagc-accg.ca/
Establish minimum standards of practice and encourage professional growth. Includes certification, training, jobs, and conferences. Many documents use the PDF file format. |
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Human Gene Testing - http://www.beyonddiscovery.org/content/view.article.asp?a=239
Article by Drs. Stuart Orkin and Gary Felsenfeld describing how basic research led to genetic testing, including how the discoveries of DNA, restriction enzymes, cloning, and PCR (polymerase chain reaction) make tests for diseases like sickle-cell anemia and breast cancer possible. |
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GeneClinics: Medical Genetics Knowledge Base - http://www.geneclinics.org
NIH funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients. |
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GeneTests - http://www.genetests.org/
A genetic testing resource including an introduction to genetic counseling and testing and a genetics laboratory directory. From the University of Washington. |
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Mountain States Genetics Network - http://www.mostgene.org/
Share medical genetics knowledge and resources with other health care practitioners, patients, and caregivers. Features an overview of services, chromosome and DNA testing, education, and news. |
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New York University Department of Pediatrics Human Genetics Program - http://www.med.nyu.edu/genetics/
Offers evaluation, testing and counseling for genetic diseases with information on faculty, clinical services, molecular genetics laboratory, and research interests |
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http://www.genedx.com - http://www.genedx.com
Genetic testing and diagnosis company serving individuals and families suffering from severe hereditary disorders. |
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Interleukin Genetics Incorporated - http://www.ilgenetics.com/
Performs genetic susceptibility testing services for common diseases which are treatable and preventable. Includes corporate and financial data, and job opportunities . |
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The Gene Trust - http://www.dna.com/
Goal is to establish a database of information about people, including physical characteristics, health histories, and responses to treatments and thus speed up the rate of medical advances based on this genetic knowledge . |
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OHSU Genetic Service Laboratories - http://www.ohsu.edu/genetics/
Provide laboratory testing and diagnostic evaluation of rare and unusual inherited metabolic diseases. Includes information on the faculty, education, research, and related resources. |
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Genetic Assays Inc. - http://www.geneticassays.com/
Offers physicians, hospitals, and laboratories, molecular techniques for the gene level diagnosis and management of diseases. Also provide DNA testing for the determination of parentage/paternity. |
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GendersInX.org - http://GendersInX.org
Provides support and encouragement for people with genetic anomalies through information, forums, a picture gallery and FAQ. |
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Mitochondrial DNA Testing - http://www.mitochondrialdnatesting.com
Provides details of how much information on the history of a family can be found through DNA testing. |
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The Robert Guthrie Biochemical Genetics Laboratory - http://www.rgbgl.org/
Diagnostic testing for inborn errors of metabolism with an emphasis on metabolic myopathies and mitochondrial diseases. Includes print-off forms and research updates. |
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Genassist, Inc. - http://www.genassist.com/
Resources and genetic consultation for people with pregnancy questions related to inherited diseases, assisted conception, and pregnancy ultrasound. |
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http://www.paternity.be - http://www.paternity.be
International network of academic and commercial laboratories from Europe and the US providing a range of services including paternity, maternity, twins, and relationship diagnostics. |
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Determigene - http://www.determigene.com/
Provides the facilities for paternity, and all other types of DNA testing, at its centers across America. |
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Gene Analysis Service GmbH - http://www.gene-analysis-service.de/
Molecular biological and medical diagnostic service laboratory. Mutation screening by DNA sequencing for the detection of rare genetic diseases. |
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New York Paternity Testing - http://www.newyorkpaternitytest.net
Offers DNA testing to help to determine paternity, maternity, siblingship and other relationships. |