We are Qualified Genetic Specialists & Correct Test Interpretation is our Expertise
At Genetics.ie, we offer a wide range of genetic testing services from our Blackrock clinic, and our expertise combines the appropriate marrying of clinical evaluation for genetic disorders with appropriate targeted genetic testing. One of our major strengths is in correct test interpretation. Genetic disorders can result from a mutation in a single gene (monogenic disorder) or the interaction and combination of genetic variants in several genes, which may impact upon one another (multifactorial inheritance disorder).
Inherited Cardiovascular Diseases & When Genetic Screening Makes Sense
Genes are responsible for every aspect of the cardiovascular system, from the way heart cells communicate to the strength of blood cells. As such, a genetic mutation (disease-causing variant) in a single gene can increase the likelihood of developing heart disease.
Cardiovascular diseases can be inherited by children from their parents. This is why other family members are encouraged to undergo genetic screening for risk factors when a loved one is diagnosed with heart disease or heart disorder.
Medical Diagnoses & How Genetic Testing Can Help
The process of medical diagnosis involves the identification of a disease or condition from its signs and symptoms. Longstanding essential elements of this process are the clinical history of the disorder, and the appropriate clinical examination findings. These, in combination, inform the Consultant as to the direction of appropriate investigation.
The Benefits of Genetic Testing for Neuromuscular Diseases
Neuromuscular diseases are known for affecting muscle function, resulting from issues with nerves and muscles, and the most common symptom is weakness. Affecting around 14m people around the world, neuromuscular diseases are often diagnosed through genetic testing.
In this article, we look at the benefits provided by genetic testing in relation to neuromuscular disorders, with the first being it allows more patients to get a definitive diagnosis. This provides closure, as well as advice on progression, prognosis and treatment.
Explaining Paediatric Geneticists & What they do
At Genetics.ie, we offer a wide range of genetic testing services from our Blackrock clinic under the supervision of Dr Willie Reardon. When we're not providing our patients with answers to life's most important questions, we're creating blogs like this one that educate our readers on various aspects from within our field.
Genetic Disorders - The Basics
At Genetics.ie, we offer a wide range of genetic testing services from our Blackrock clinic under the supervision of our founder, Dr Willie Reardon. To help you understand our services better, we're here to give you a brief overview of genetic disorders and why they occur.
Essentially, we all inherit our chromosomes from our parents, which typically comprise 23 pairs. Randomly, children get one of each pair of chromosomes from their father and another from their mother. An XX pair means a baby girl with an XY, a boy.