Neurological and Cardiac Genetic Testing
Neurological Genetic Testing
Our Neurological Genetic Testing service investigates genes associated with conditions affecting the brain, nerves and muscles. Testing covers a range of inherited neurological disorders, including epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, neurodegenerative conditions, Huntington’s disease (HD) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
Specific genetic testing for Huntington’s disease (HTT gene) and ALS-associated genes, including C9orf72, SOD1, FUS and TARDBP, can help identify inherited genetic changes associated with these conditions.
Identifying a genetic cause can help clarify a diagnosis, support clinical management and targeted treatment decisions, assess inherited risks, and provide valuable information for family members and genetic counselling.
Cardiac Genetic Testing
Examines genes linked to heart structure and rhythm. Conditions include cardiomyopathy, inherited arrhythmias, and unexplained sudden cardiac events. Understanding the genetic component helps manage risks effectively for you and your relatives.
Understanding Your Personal and Family History
During your consultation, our genetic counsellors will carefully assess your medical background and family history. This helps us accurately evaluate your risk and determine if testing is the right path for you.
What We Can Help You Understand
We guide you through a wide range of genetic conditions, explaining complex inheritance patterns in clear, simple language so you understand exactly what the results might mean for you.
When Genetic Testing Is Recommended
If testing is appropriate, we provide comprehensive guidance on the type of test, associated costs, timeframe for results, and what the outcomes could mean for your health management.
Supporting You Through the Process
We offer compassionate, ongoing guidance. Our goal is to ensure you feel supported, informed, and confident at every step of your genetic testing journey.
Preconception Genetic Testing and IVF
Planning a family can raise important questions about genetic health.
People often seek preconception counselling when:
- They are carrier of a specific genetic condition and their partner is considering testing
- There is a known family history of a genetic disorder
- Considering proactive testing to understand risks before conceiving
- Undergoing IVF when a gamete donor (sperm or egg) has been shown to be a gene carrier
- Consider Pre Implantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
We are here to help you understand your risks, offer support during IVF and donor conception, explain what to expect from testing, and empower you to make informed reproductive choices.