Provides a broad range of resources including genetics information, links to genetic testing and newborn screening services and information, genetic counseling, and a variety of policy and ethics resources.
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Gene Tests
An NIH-funded searchable information resource of genetic testing facilities for health care providers, researchers, and the public.
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM)
Database of published scientific research relating to medically important human genes, traits, and genetic disorders. The site was developed by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). Although the language is technical, it is considered to be a very comprehensive source of information.
Family Health Portrait Tool
The Family Health Portrait Tool is an easy-to-use online tool developed by the National Human Genome Research Institute and the Surgeon General's Office to help consumers gather their own family health history.
CDC Laboratory Practice Evaluation and Genomics Branch (LPEGB)
The Laboratory Practice Evaluation and Genomics Branch (LPEGB) seeks to improve the public's health through continuous improvement in laboratory practice in human genetic testing. This site has information on various issues related to laboratory genetic testing.
GTR: Genetic Testing Registry
The Genetic Testing Registry (GTR) provides a central location for voluntary submission of genetic test information by providers. The scope includes the test's purpose, methodology, validity, evidence of the test's usefulness, and laboratory contacts and credentials. The overarching goal of the GTR is to advance the public health and research into the genetic basis of health and disease.
Professional Associations
Information from the National Institutes of Health
NIH Genetic Modification Clinical Research Information System (GeMCRIS)
Provides access to information about human gene transfer trials registered with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including medical conditions under study, institutions where trials are being conducted, investigators carrying out these trials, gene products being used, route of gene product delivery, and summaries of study protocols.
NCBI Human Genome Resources
Strives to offer an integrated, one-stop, genomic information resource for data that promise to provide new insights into human biology and new approaches for combating disease.
Family Health Portrait Tool
The Family Health Portrait Tool is an easy-to-use online tool developed by the National Human Genome Research Institute and the Surgeon General's Office to help consumers gather their own family health history.
Other Federal Sources of Information
Family Health Portrait Tool
The Family Health Portrait Tool is an easy-to-use online tool developed by the National Human Genome Research Institute and the Surgeon General's Office to help consumers gather their own family health history.
Other Information
Orphanet
A directory of clinical laboratories in Europe that perform genetic testing or offer tests for the diagnosis of rare diseases.
Genetic Alliance
Provides information and assistance to increase the capacity of genetic advocacy organizations through networking and education and assists individuals with genetic conditions.