Web Directory

» AccessDNA
   Consumer resource with information about genetics, DNA, and the inheritance of common and rare diseases.
   http://www.AccessDNA.com

» American Board of Genetic Counseling
   Prepares and administers examinations and accredits training programs. Offers a range of information on examinations, guidelines, and training programs.
   http://www.abgc.net/

» Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors - CAGC
   Establish minimum standards of practice and encourage professional growth. Includes certification, training, jobs, and conferences. Many documents use the PDF file format.
   http://www.cagc-accg.ca/

» Counsyl
   Offers a simple saliva test before pregnancy to protect your baby from genetic disease.
   http://www.counsyl.com

» DNA Solutions
   Offers DNA testing services to establish paternity, relationship and ancestry. English and Spanish.
   http://www.dnasolutions.us

» Determigene
   Provides the facilities for paternity, and all other types of DNA testing, at its centers across America.
   http://www.determigene.com/

» Dynacare Northwest, Inc. Cytogenetics Laboratory
   Offers a range of tests including Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH) for microdeletion syndromes. Karyotypes and ideograms of normal and abnormal chromosomes are included as examples.
   http://www.dynacare.com/

» Eastern Biotech & Life Sciences
   Dubai based company offering genetic testing services. Includes information on the range of tests, how they are done, and information for physicians.
   http://www.easternbiotech.com/

» EuroGentest
   European project to harmonize genetic testing across Europe. Provides information for medical professionals, laboratories, students, industry, patients and families.
   http://www.eurogentest.org

» GHC Genetics
   Offers a genetic analysis of over three hundred gene polymorphisms which affect the predisposition to, and development of, diseases.
   http://genscan.com

» Genassist, Inc.
   Resources and genetic consultation for people with pregnancy questions related to inherited diseases, assisted conception, and pregnancy ultrasound.
   http://www.genassist.com/

» GendersInX.org
   Provides support and encouragement for people with genetic anomalies through information, forums, a picture gallery and FAQ.
   http://GendersInX.org

» Gendia
   International network of academic and commercial laboratories from Europe and the US providing a range of services including paternity, maternity, twins, and relationship diagnostics.
   http://www.paternity.be

» Gendia - Genetic Diagnostics
   International network of laboratories offering molecular tests for a range of disorders.
   http://www.gendia.net/

» Gene Analysis Service GmbH
   Molecular biological and medical diagnostic service laboratory. Mutation screening by DNA sequencing for the detection of rare genetic diseases.
   http://www.gene-analysis-service.de/

» Gene Dx
   Genetic testing and diagnosis company serving individuals and families suffering from severe hereditary disorders.
   http://www.genedx.com

» Gene Testing
   Brief overview of gene testing: what it is, how it works, what are some of the pros and cons, what tests are available. Includes a guide to further resources.
   http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/medicine/genetest.shtml

» GeneBright
   Offers a personal DNA testing service enabling users to ascertain their predisposition to various common disorders.
   http://www.genebright.com

» GeneClinics: Medical Genetics Knowledge Base
   NIH funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients.
   http://www.geneclinics.org

» GeneTests
   A genetic testing resource including an introduction to genetic counseling and testing and a genetics laboratory directory. From the University of Washington.
   http://www.genetests.org/

» Genetic Assays Inc.
   Offers physicians, hospitals, and laboratories, molecular techniques for the gene level diagnosis and management of diseases. Also provide DNA testing for the determination of parentage/paternity.
   http://www.geneticassays.com/

» Geneticsphere
   Provide a forum for discussion on the appropriate use of genetic testing for humans and other living beings.
   http://www.geneticsphere.com

» Human Gene Testing
   Article by Drs. Stuart Orkin and Gary Felsenfeld describing how basic research led to genetic testing, including how the discoveries of DNA, restriction enzymes, cloning, and PCR (polymerase chain reaction) make tests for diseases like sickle-cell anemia
   http://www.beyonddiscovery.org/content/view.article.asp?a=239

» Interleukin Genetics Incorporated
   Performs genetic susceptibility testing services for common diseases which are treatable and preventable. Includes corporate and financial data, and job opportunities .
   http://www.ilgenetics.com/

» International Biosciences
   Provides DNA profiling services, specialising in establishing paternity and ancestry, to the general public in the UK and worldwide.
   http://www.ibdna.com

» Kimball Genetics
   Genetic testing laboratory specializing in DNA analysis for common genetic disorders. Includes listing of tests available.
   http://www.kimballgenetics.com/

» Mitochondrial DNA Testing
   Provides details of how much information on the history of a family can be found through DNA testing.
   http://www.mitochondrialdnatesting.com

» Mountain States Genetics Network
   Share medical genetics knowledge and resources with other health care practitioners, patients, and caregivers. Features an overview of services, chromosome and DNA testing, education, and news.
   http://www.mostgene.org/

» National Newborn Screening and Genetics Resource Center of the US
   Provides a large collection of resources on birth defects and on genetic/metabolic screening of infants as a component of public health.
   http://genes-r-us.uthscsa.edu/

» National Society of Genetic Counselors - NSGC
   Promote the profession as a recognized part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Includes a searchable database of counselors.
   http://www.nsgc.org/

» Navigenics, Inc.
   Provides genetic testing for common health conditions that can be prevented -- or better managed if detected early. Includes information on steps people can take to reduce their risk of diseases.
   http://www.navigenics.com

» Nesiller Genetik
   Provides genetic diagnostic services, genetic counselling and other genetic services. Turkish and English.
   http://www.nesiller.com

» New York Paternity Testing
   Offers DNA testing to help to determine paternity, maternity, siblingship and other relationships.
   http://www.newyorkpaternitytest.net

» New York University Department of Pediatrics Human Genetics Program
   Offers evaluation, testing and counseling for genetic diseases with information on faculty, clinical services, molecular genetics laboratory, and research interests
   http://www.med.nyu.edu/genetics/

» North Gene Paternity Testing Specialsits
   An non-profit paternity testing company based in the UK; established from the genetics laboratories at Newcastle University and the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
   http://www.paternitytesting.co.uk

» OHSU Genetic Service Laboratories
   Provide laboratory testing and diagnostic evaluation of rare and unusual inherited metabolic diseases. Includes information on the faculty, education, research, and related resources.
   http://www.ohsu.edu/genetics/

» Pathway Genomics
   Offers personal DNA testing to help people to understand their disease risks, ancestry, drug responses and personal traits. Includes information on counseling and a list of conditions for which tests are available.
   http://www.pathway.com

» Prenatal Testing and Screening for Autism
   Describes prenatal screening for autism and posits that it is essentially screening for the parents' own personality type.
   http://www.scn.org/autistics/prenatal.html

» Search for Ancestors
   Report from the Public Broadcasting Corporation on the science of using DNA testing to track personal ancestry and ancient human migration patterns.
   http://www.pbs.org/newshour/indepth_coverage/science/dna/index.html

» The DNA Testing Guide
   Explores the emerging world of DNA testing and provides clear explanations of how the whole process works, including DNA fingerprinting, genealogy tests and paternity testing.
   http://dnatestingguides.com

» The Gene Trust
   Goal is to establish a database of information about people, including physical characteristics, health histories, and responses to treatments and thus speed up the rate of medical advances based on this genetic knowledge .
   http://www.dna.com/

» The Robert Guthrie Biochemical Genetics Laboratory
   Diagnostic testing for inborn errors of metabolism with an emphasis on metabolic myopathies and mitochondrial diseases. Includes print-off forms and research updates.
   http://www.rgbgl.org/

» Wikipedia: Genetic Testing
   Encyclopedia article on tests which allow the genetic diagnosis of vulnerabilities to inherited diseases, and can also be used to determine a person's paternity or ancestry.
   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_testing