Our Genetic Service talks to people about medical problems that may be caused by genes.
The ACT Genetic Service provides specialist prenatal, childhood and adult genetic counselling for people with a personal or family history of a genetic condition or suspected genetic condition.
Genetic counsellors can talk to you about the chance that you, your family members or future children will be affected by a genetic disorder. We can also provide you with information about your genetic condition and how it may affect your life.
You will be able to access our Genetic Service after we receive a referral from your doctor.
We offer Genetic Services for free if you have a Medicare Card or an Asylum Seeker Card.
Your doctor will organise for you to access this service.
After we receive your referral, we will offer you an appointment based on our priority criteria.
Category 1 referrals (urgent):
Category 2 referrals:
Category 3 referrals:
You will receive a telephone call to confirm your appointment time and any special preparations that might be needed.
The appointment takes about an hour. You will be seen by a Genetic Counsellor and/or a Clinical Genetics doctor. You will be asked questions about your health and your family’s health during the appointment.