Description of Services:
Genetic testing, assessment, counselling, treatment and screening programs for infants, children and youth and their families
Cancer Genetics Clinic - Conducts assessments of future cancer risk * provides genetic
counselling * arranges genetic testing, if appropriate, and explains
results * makes recommendations for prevention, early detection and
surveillance, and provides referrals to other providers to receive
treatment, surveillance and follow-up care
General Genetics Clinic - Provides assessment and genetic counselling to families with infants and
children who have birth defects and/or developmental delay or family
history of a known or potential genetic disease
Inherited Metabolic Disorders - Specialized team offers intervention and treatment care to patients with inherited metabolic disorders and their families
Newborn Screening Program - Identifies newborns at risk of disorders that can lead to significant health concerns * newborns are screened for metabolic, endocrine and hematological conditions * screening is available to every newborn in Ontario