Laboratory Genetic Service

The Laboratory Genetic Service offers cytogenetic and molecular genetic testing for a wide range of  inherited and acquired genetic conditions and encompasses testing for solid tumours and haematological malignancies.

The Service is a member of the Scottish Genomic Strategic Network commissioned by National Services Division (NSD) to provide a comprehensive specialist genetic testing service for Scottish patients. Please see the Scottish Genomic Test Directory (germline and somatic) for tests available within Scotland.

The details of the services offered are in our User Manual. Certain genetic tests are also provided by the Service at Ninewells for users from NHS Highland.

For information on requesting new tests which are not currently offered, please see SG-TAG process (Rare and inherited) and (Cancer) here. 

For Genomic Laboratory Cancer Service Update, please see Cancer Priorities Communication January 2024.

The Service (Medical Laboratory 8806) is accredited by United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) in accordance with the recognized ISO 15189:2012 Standard (view certificate here). The defined scope of this accreditation is as detailed on the UKAS website. You can find our Quality Policy here.