Worried About Your Family Medical History? How Genetic Testing Can Give You Answers
Genes play a huge role in who you are. They determine the essence of who you are, from your athletic ability to hair colour to your likelihood of inheriting certain diseases from your parents. Sadly, as well as inheriting your personal characteristics, gene 'changes’ can be passed down, increasing the risk of developing illnesses like cancer.
Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) & The Relevance of Genetic Testing in This Situation
At Genetics.ie, we offer a wide array of genetic testing services under the supervision of Dr Willie Reardon, someone with much experience in his field. Today, we're here to talk about a condition known as Sudden Adult Death Syndrome and how genetic testing can help.
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
Myotonic Dystrophy Explained: A Genetic Condition We Specialise in Diagnosing
As part of a group of inherited disorders known as muscular dystrophies, myotonic dystrophy is the most common form that begins in adulthood. It is characterized by progressive muscle-weakening and wasting and it is a genetic condition, frequently overlooked, that we specialise in diagnosing.
What is Karyotyping & What Is Its Purpose?
The procedure known as Karyotyping is an investigation undertaken by a Clinical Geneticist to examine the chromosomes of an individual patient. The purpose of examining the chromosomes is to determine whether any structural issues or abnormalities exist within them
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.
What To Expect When Using Genetics.ie Services
At Genetics.ie, our goal is to provide prompt, consultant-delivered genetic testing that reflects not only our expertise and experience, but also our commitment to meeting highest clinical standards and most-informed patient care. We offer a wide range of genetic testing, screening and diagnosis services to patients across Ireland from our Blackrock-based clinic.