Genetic Counselling Services
Genetic test results can be challenging to interpret due to their complexity, variability, and uncertain implications. As part of the Genseq holistic offering to support the clinician, the patient and their families, we offer access to an established Genetic Counselling Service for all patients who require support in preparing for or interpreting their genetic test*. Genetic counselling is an essential service that helps individuals and families understand their genetic risks, make informed decisions, and manage hereditary conditions.
Clinicians can refer their patient either pre or post testing into our genetic counselling service.
A genetic counsellor is a healthcare professional who specialises in:
- Assessing genetic risks
- Interpreting genetic tests
- Providing guidance and support to individuals and families with inherited conditions
Their role is a blend of medicine, science, psychology, and ethics, ensuring that patients understand their genetic risks and make informed decisions.
All Genetic Counsellors that are available through our referral programme are registered under one of the following programmes:
- Genetic Counsellor Registration Board (GCRB) Registration
- Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration
- European Board of Medical Genetics (EBMG) Registration
About our partner Genetic Experts
Genetic Experts was set up by Vicki Kiesel, a renowned expert in genetics, in 2021 in response to the need for trusted and experience genetics services.
Vicki leads a team of registered genetic counsellors who provide genetic counselling for a range of conditions including prenatal, adult onset conditions and inherited cancer.
The expert team provide a detailed explanation of genetic testing and understanding of the results as well as risk assessment and clinical management.
Genetic Experts is able to provide pre test and post test counselling.
Why Genetic Counselling is important
Genetic counselling is a communication process that aims to help patients understand, adapt and adjust to the consequences of a genetic diagnosis.
The genetic counsellors role is to help people understand and make choices regarding the management of a genetic diagnosis
