Which Key Actionable Genes will we be testing for? Cancer genes – examples: Breast cancer: We screen for 15 different breast cancer genes, alterations in which put patients at up to 2-8 times the normal population risk. If you have an alteration in such genes, the age of starting breast screening and its frequency would…
The different Genetic Tests explained Gene Sequencing involves detecting the DNA building blocks (nucleotides) of an individual’s genetic code. Sanger sequencing was originally used but is time consuming and expensive and it would take years to sequence all of a person’s DNA- known as their Genome. Next-Generation sequencing has sped up the process, taking only…
Suitability for Testing and additional factors Age for testing 30 years is our minimum age at present and we have no maximum. Younger patients can still have their genetic pharmacology profile done but out of our study. If they have a strong family history they could see a geneticist at The London Genetics Centre. Are…
How much does it cost? The cost of the full medical and bloods, electrocardiogram and echo together with abdominal and pelvic ultrasound, pre-counselling, whole genome sequencing and separate additional genetic panel tests and a 30-minute post result consultation with a consultant geneticist is £4,995. If you have an actionable gene alteration you will have the…
Results How long do the results take? 12-18 weeks from the time of sending off your blood; you will receive an email to let you know your results are available. All results are given in a face to face consultation, although in exceptional circumstances we can conduct a consultation by video-call. Is our whole genome…