Why refer to us?
We are the most comprehensive private genetic service in Australia backed by Clinical Geneticists and we are here to make a difference to your patient care.
We know the people you see are valuable to you and when you refer to us, you want to know they are getting the same impeccable service.
We understand
So partnering with you and your client’s health journey is important to us. See us as value adding to their care, plus it frees up your time to see more patients.
We have weekly appointments available to see our clinical geneticists
HealthLink ID: genohlth
Refer a patient
These are the most common reasons to refer to Genomic Health.
We are happy to facilitate a diagnosis by way of a clinical examination and genetic testing.
We have the capacity and ability to ensure true informed consent and we are able to manage all your patients’ genetic needs.
For paediatric patients, please refer both parents.
If you are unsure about a referral please contact us by email or phone (08) 6424 8555
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We are happy to see any child or adult that may have received a diagnosis of a genetic variant or a chromosome duplication or deletion.
We are happy to facilitate testing if this is yet to be done.
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We can easily facilitate testing for adults and children and we are able to access the Medicare funded whole paediatric exome sequencing for children less than 9 years and 11 months.
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Especially useful for families seeking updated information particularly before starting a family.
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Please refer your patient if they are affected with a genetic condition or have a family history of a genetic condition or you feel might be high risk for a genetic reason.
Please mark your referral as URGENT.
We are also happy to see any couple in the early stages of pregnancy to discuss what screening or diagnostic testing might suit their needs.
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Couples who are at increased risk of having a child with a genetic condition because of:
an increased chance result from screening tests during pregnancy
consanguinity (partners are related e.g. first cousins)
their ethnic background
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Please refer a couple in the planning stages of a pregnancy. This is the best time to discuss reproductive carrier screening, what tests are available during a pregnancy and what aligns with the couple’s beliefs and values. This is ideally done in a relaxed environment with no time pressure that a pregnancy brings.
We are happy to see women who are over 35 years of age and help guide them through their testing options.
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This applies to people who have been identified as a carrier of a genetic condition and family members wish to know if they too are carriers.
Examples include:
• cystic fibrosis
• spinal muscular atrophy
• fragile X
Please contact us by phone for all URGENT pregnancy or palliative care referrals.
It would be helpful if your referral contained the following information:
patient’s full name and date of birth and for paediatric patients, both parent’s full name and date of birth
patient’s contact details including postal address and telephone number(s)
any requirement for an URGENT appointment (e.g. pregnancy, terminal illness)
detailed reason for referral
sufficient clinical details and relevant family history
details of other family members who may have attended Genomic Health
copies of any relevant reports or investigations
If you would like to discuss the details of a particular referral or case, you are welcome to contact our genetic counsellor during office hours.
What we offer
Preconception Health.
It begins with an idea. An idea that you want a baby. This is the perfect time to refer to us so all couples will have the best chance of starting their journey on the right foot. This is where reproductive genetic carrier screening is most useful.
Reproductive Health.
We want to partner with people that are doing it tough in their reproductive years and need some guidance, to take back control and explore what testing might be available. We are also happy to work with families when there is an unusual finding during a pregnancy.
Genetic Health.
The family reunion has revealed some genetic information that is confusing and confronting. From an inherited condition to being in a first cousin relationship - your patient needs to talk to us.
Paediatric Health.
This is where our passion lies. We want to help families out of the public health queue and into our service; quickly, easily efficiently. Early diagnosis, treatment and conversations lead to better health outcomes.
Adolescent Health.
A period of growth and change; it’s important and impactful. Perhaps a diagnosis has been missed or dismissed and it needs revisiting to ensure a complete management plan is in place.
Adult Health.
Ageing presents its own genetic challenges and you need to know what’s ahead so you support your patients in the golden years of their life. It’s also a chance for family health information to be passed down to the next generation.
Genetic Links
The Centre for Genetics Education
Keep your patients up to date with the latest genetic fact sheets
Rare Voices Australia
RVA is the national peak body for Australians living with a rare disease. Help your patients live their best life and keep them connected to other families
Unique
Helping you understand rare chromosome and gene disorders through the access to comprehensive fact sheets