Sequencing

RCOG: Genomics in perinatal medicine webinar

This free on-demand webinar from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, will explore the use, potential and challenges of implementing genomics in perinatal medicine. Donna Kirwan, Midwifery Lead in NHS England and NHS Improvement’s Genomics Unit, will discuss midwives’ role in prenatal genetic testing. Who should attend: All clinicians in Obstetrics Allied Healthcare Professionals …

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Festival of Genomics 2022

Returning on 25 January 2022, the 7th annual Festival of Genomics will be the largest genomics event in the UK and in Europe. The festival will take place online and will feature a number of online exhibitor portals, supported by cutting-edge theatre presentations and extensive networking opportunities all under one banner. The festival format is …

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The Festival of Genomics & Biodata

Join the the UK’s largest genomics and biodata event this year online. The Festival spans everything from sample collection and preparation, through sequencing and genomic data analysis, to the integration of phenotypic and other biodata to make meaningful research and clinical decisions. The ultimate focus of the Festival is to deliver the benefits of genomics …

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Dr Melita Irving on Genomics and Diagnostic Odysseys

Dr Melita Irving on Genomics and Diagnostic Odysseys Melita Irving is a consultant in the clinical genetics department at Guy’s and St Thomas’, which provides a regional service across south London, Kent and east Sussex. She has established multidisciplinary paediatric clinics in skeletal dysplasia and achondroplasia at the Evelina London Children’s Hospital. She has published …

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Congenica EGM2020- Genomic Medicine

Enabling Genomic Medicine 2020: Mainstreaming Genomics

Join global genomics experts at the forefront of precision medicine for this free virtual event presenting the latest innovations and best practices for mainstreaming genomics to enable routine clinical care, diagnosis, and treatment.   Speakers include: Prof. Sanjay Sisodiya Director of Genomics & Professor of Neurology, UCL Dr. Michael Phillips Chief Scientific Officer, Sequence Bio …

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Cancer prevention, care and research in England – priorities for diagnostics, local care delivery and accessing innovation

Join the Westminster Health Forum’s online policy conference on Cancer prevention, care and research in England.   The agenda: Meeting national ambitions for cancer care, the impact of COVID-19 and priorities going forward Developing Cancer Alliances – progress, best practice and implementing five-year plans Priorities for cancer screening and prevention – accountability, accessibility and reducing …

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Clinical & research models in Genomic Medicine

How do we “do” consent? Clinical & research models in Genomic Medicine

HOW DO WE ‘DO’ CONSENT? CLINICAL & RESEARCH MODELS IN GENOMIC MEDICINE: 100,000 GENOMES PROJECT AND BEYOND   In this webinar, Prof Christine Patch will talk through what has been achieved in the “patient choice” process of consent developed during 100k Genomes and reflect on the challenges of creating an ethically robust research ecosystem as …

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Genomic Counselling-Genomic Practice

Genomic Practice for Genetic Counsellors

The fundamental aspects of genomics and bioinformatics that underpin clinical practice   The following topics will be covered: The role of genomics in healthcare Cancer genomics Cardiac genomics Testing in the real world Variant interpretation Functional studies and analysis Visualising and reporting genomic data The (future) role of genetic counsellors in genomic healthcare   Find …

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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.