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Topia!: Science: Biology: Genetics: Eukaryotic: Animal: Mammal: Human: Testing and Counseling (29)
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Genetic Assays Inc. - 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. GeneTests - A genetic testing resource including an introduction to genetic counseling and testing and a genetics laboratory directory. From the University of Washington. Global TeleGenetics, Inc - Provide a range of services including screening and consultation in a virtual clinic. News and information. Registration required. Designer Genes, Inc. - Develop and sell novel genetics-based detection technologies for diagnosing and monitoring cancer and other diseases. Products include both diagnostic reagent kits and medical diagnostic devices. DNAprint Genomics inc. - Develop analytics and information resource products, including platforms for genotype pattern recognition for complex trait determination. Includes an overview of services, investor relations, and career opportunities. Genassist, Inc. - Resources and genetic consultation for people with pregnancy questions related to inherited diseases, assisted conception, and pregnancy ultrasound. Dynacare Northwest, Inc. Cytogenetics Laboratory - Offers a range of tests including Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH) for microdeletion syndromes. Karyotypes and ideograms of normal and abnormal chromosomes are included as examples. The Genetics Wormhole - Portal site with links to educational resources on genetic disorder, journals, support groups, bioinformatics, and resources for researchers and clinical geneticists. Gene Dx - Genetic testing and diagnosis company serving individuals and families suffering from severe hereditary disorders. The Gene Trust - 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 . Interleukin Genetics Incorporated - Performs genetic susceptibility testing services for common diseases which are treatable and preventable. Includes corporate and financial data, and job opportunities . Gene Analysis Service GmbH - Molecular biological and medical diagnostic service laboratory. Mutation screening by DNA sequencing for the detection of rare genetic diseases. Mountain States Genetics Network - 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. The Robert Guthrie Biochemical Genetics Laboratory - Diagnostic testing for inborn errors of metabolism with an emphasis on metabolic myopathies and mitochondrial diseases. Includes print-off forms and research updates. H.A. Chapman Institute of Medical Genetics - Not-for-profit facility that integrates diagnostic testing with clinical support services for physicians, patients, and their families. Testing capabilities include cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and parentage testing. OHSU Genetic Service Laboratories - Provide laboratory testing and diagnostic evaluation of rare and unusual inherited metabolic diseases. Includes information on the faculty, education, research, and related resources. New York University Department of Pediatrics Human Genetics Program - Offers evaluation, testing and counseling for genetic diseases with information on faculty, clinical services, molecular genetics laboratory, and research interests Center for Inherited Cancer, UT Medical Group - Comprehensive cancer genetics facility in Memphis, Tennessee, offers testing, counseling, and other services to individuals with a personal or family history of cancer. American Board of Genetic Counseling - Prepares and administers examinations and accredits training programs. Offers a range of information on examinations, guidelines, and training programs. National Society of Genetic Counselers - NSGC - Promote the profession as a recognized part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Includes a searchable database of counselors. Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors - CAGC - Establish minimum standards of practice and encourage professional growth. Includes certification, training, jobs, and conferences. Many documents use the PDF file format. Kimball Genetics - Genetic testing laboratory specializing in DNA analysis for common genetic disorders. Includes listing of tests available. Sciona Ltd. - Provide testing services in the area of diet and lifestyle using each individual's unique genetic profile to make recommendations. Human Gene Testing - 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, & PCR (polymerase chain reaction) make tests for diseases like sickle-cell anemia and breast cancer possible. Predictive Genetics and DNA Diagnostics - Offers home collection kits for a range of tests including angiotensinogen, Factor V Leiden, hereditary hemochromatosis, periodontal disease and prothrombin. Gene Testing - 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. Genetics Northwest - Offers prenatal and cancer genetic counseling, and genetic testing including paternity testing and Native American ancestry testing. A genetics library is also available for interlibrary loan and document delivery. National Newborn Screening and Genetics Resource Center of the US - 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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