Genetics

The directory is designed as a resource guide for families and professionals seeking information on genetic support groups in Canada. Information can be accessed by support group name and by genetic disorder.

Information on parental diagnosis, genetic tests, pregnancy screening genetic counselling and other issues related to pregnancy and birth defects. Listed videos provide brief explanations from the experts in the field to the parents' commonly asked questions.

This guide explains parental screening for three genetic disorders: Down Syndrome, Trisomy 18 and Open Neural Tube Defects. It discusses reasons for having parental screening tests and circumstances in which possibility of being tested should be consulted with your health care provider or genetic counsellor.

Genetics Home Reference provides consumer-friendly information about the effects of genetic variation on human health. It also provides information about hundreds of genetic conditions and the genes or chromosomes responsible for these conditions.