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What is genetic counselling? A plain-language guide
What is genetic counselling? It is a communication process in which a trained health professional helps individuals, couples and families understand genetic con...
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Myths and fears about genetic testing: what the evidence says
Most myths and fears about genetic testing come from confusing clinical tests with consumer DNA kits, or from assuming that results will be frightening, confusi...
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Understanding your genetic test report: a guide to common terms
A genetic test report explains what the laboratory looked for, what it found and what the finding may mean for health or family planning. Most reports sort each...
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Sending your sample overseas: your questions answered
When people start looking into genetic testing, many search for an Australian-based genetics lab. It makes sense. Your DNA is personal, and sending it to the ot...
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Whole exome vs whole genome sequencing: what’s the difference?
Whole exome and whole genome sequencing are both ways of reading a large amount of someone’s DNA in a single test, but they differ in how much they read. Exome ...
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Genetic testing and your insurance: what Australian law says (2026 update)
For years, one question has held many Australians back from genetic testing: “Will this affect my insurance?” In 2026, the answer changed. From 8 October 2026, ...
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My genetic data, my rights: how we protect your genetic data
Your DNA is the most personal information you have. So it’s natural to ask questions before you hand over a sample. Who will see my results? Where is my data ke...
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What makes a genetic test clinical-grade? Accreditation, standards and what to look for
Not all genetic tests are created equal. An ancestry kit bought online and a test ordered through a health service may both start with a saliva sample, but what...
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Everything you need to know about genetic testing and counselling
Genetic testing has changed a great deal in the past decade. Tests that once took months and cost thousands of dollars are now faster and more affordable, and t...
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Family variant testing: what to do when a relative has a confirmed genetic finding
When a relative has a confirmed genetic finding, the usual next step is family variant testing, a targeted test that checks whether another family member carrie...
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