Introduction
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The basics
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Clinical testing
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Pharmacogenomics
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Identity testing
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Parentage testing
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Tissue typing
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Cytogenetics
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Infectious disease testing
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Pros and cons
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The future
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Related links
Australian and regional links
Professional and policy related links
- The Human Genetics Society of Australasia
- Human Genetics Advisory Committee
A national committee which was established to provide on-going advice on scientific and policy issues in human genetics, including social, ethical and legal implications of human genetics and related technologies. - RCPA website Genetic Tests
- NSW Genetics Education
Genetic services
- Genetic health
A web site sponsored by the NSW Department of Health on Genetic Testing and Genetics. It has information relevant to the general public and healthcare professionals. It includes information on how to find a genetic service in all states. - Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
- King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women: Genetic Services of Western Australia
- South Australian Clinical Genetics Service
- Genetic Health Queensland
- Canberra Hospital Genetics (ACT)
- Genetic Clinics, Tasmania (PDF)
Support and educational links
- National Cancer Genetics Education Group
- Association of Genetic Support of Australasia
Facilitates support for those affected directly or indirectly by genetic conditions throughout Australasia - Genetic Support Council of WA
- Genetic Health
Sponsored by the NSW Department of Health on Genetic Testing and Genetics. It has information relevant to the general public and healthcare professionals - CanTeen - The Australian Organisation for Young People Living With Cancer
- The University of Utah, Genetic Science Learning Center
- Investment and Financial Services Limited (PDF)
Fact sheet: Life insurance and genetic testing in Australia, March 2002
International links
- National Human Genome Research Institute: Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Provided by the US National Institutes of Health - National Human Genome Research Institute: The Human Genome Project (US)
Provides comprehensive information about all aspects of the human genome. Also covers educational resources, policy and ethical issues and research - University of Kansas Medical Center: Worldwide Links to Human Genetics Societies (US)
