Why It's Important Genetic Tests Are Undertaken Through Genetic Clinics
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Why It's Important Genetic Tests Are Undertaken Through Genetic Clinics

The Genetics.ie team offers a variety of genetic testing services from our Blackrock clinic under the watchful eye of highly experienced Clinical Geneticist and founder Dr Willie Reardon. During his 35+ years at the world's leading hospitals, the single most common cause of medical error he’s seen is a lack of understanding of the link between gene testing, interpretation of results and recognition of disease causation.

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Myotonic Dystrophy & Our Diagnostic Expertise
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Myotonic Dystrophy & Our Diagnostic Expertise

The main characteristics of myotonic dystrophy are progressive weakness and wasting of the muscles. Those with this disorder often experience involuntary muscle contractions (myotonia), such as not being able to release their grip on a door handle.

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Dr Willie Reardon: Expert Medico-Legal Witness Since 1996
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Dr Willie Reardon: Expert Medico-Legal Witness Since 1996

Dr Willie Reardon is the founder of Genetics.ie, a company that offers a wide range of genetic testing services, from testing for muscular dystrophies to chromosome disorders. Today, we look at his experience as a medico-legal witness - something he has been doing around the world for over 25 years.

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Genetic Testing in Heart Disease
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Genetic Testing in Heart Disease

At Genetics.ie we offer a wide range of genetic testing services and today we’re here to talk about its relevance to those with heart disease. Specifically, there are genetic disorders of cardiac function, which may be the underlying reason for the cardiac problem in an individual and their family

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What Is Clinical Genetics?
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What Is Clinical Genetics?

What is clinical genetics? Well, essentially, clinical geneticists are Doctors that specialise in the identification and diagnosis of genetic diseases. Moreover, clinical genetics pertains to the diagnosis, management and counselling of patients affected by genetic conditions, as well as their families.

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What is Genetic Counselling?
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What is Genetic Counselling?

Basically, genetic counselling refers to providing genetic information, direction as to services and support - something that allows them to make informed decisions about their health - both when the information is positive and negative. However, counselling is always based upon a secure genetic diagnosis.

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