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Genomics Work Experience Day

Are you looking for a new career in Genomics? Join us for a day of learning from others who already work in Genomics to develop your interests and take the opportunity to do some real life genomics work! Everyone is welcome to join and learn. This is a great opportunity if you’re considering joining the Scientist …

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Whole Genome Sequencing: Decoding the Language of Life and Health

Join Health Education England to learn how whole genome sequencing (WGS) works and what it could mean for the future of healthcare with this free 3 week course, starting 18th October. This course has been designed for healthcare professionals and science/medical students who have limited or no understanding of the whole genome sequencing process and …

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NDRS Lynch Syndrome Webinar

  To mark Bowel Cancer Awareness month this April, the National Disease Registration Service (NDRS) has organised a webinar to showcase the first ever national Lynch syndrome database created and how it can be used.   Lynch syndrome is a genetic condition that increases the lifetime risk of bowel cancer to up to 80%. Funded …

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Westminster Health Forum: Next steps for rare diseases and specialised commissioning

Next steps for rare diseases and specialised commissioning – policy priorities, utilising genomics, patient engagement and co-ordinating care   This online conference orgainsed by the Westminster Health Forum will discuss the key policy priorities and next steps for improving outcomes in rare diseases and specialised commissioning in England. Key areas for discussion: the UK Strategy …

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With any Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) test ordered, a Record of Discussion (RoD) form will also need to be submitted. This document is to record the patient’s consent for genomic testing and their choice on taking part in research. Guidance on the patient choice conversation can be found here
 
This RoD form will be available for clinicians to download from this webpage. Once completed with the patient, it can be send to the lab with the corresponding test order form and sample.
Tests available to order will be listed in the National Genomic Test Directory. A test order form will soon be made available for clinicians on this webpage to download and complete. This form will include the address of the laboratory that the appropriate sample and completed form needs to be sent to.
 
Until the new Genomic Laboratory Service goes live, please continue to follow existing test order processes.
 
Later this year, the online test ordering tool for Whole Genome Sequencing will be integrated into the National Genomics Informatics System (NGIS) and clinicians will be able to search or filter to find a clinical indication, confirm eligibility criteria and start the test request process for their patient.