- Variant detection using DNA and RNA analysis for both inherited and acquired genetic conditions
- DNA extraction and storage from a range of patient samples
- Molecular Pathology test for solid tumours and haematological malignancies
- Rapid aneuploidy testing for the common trisomies
- Conventional karyotyping (chromosome analysis)
- Fluorescent in-situ hybridisation (FISH)
- Cell culture and storage
and the Clinical Genetic Service which provides services to individuals and families including:
- Genetic counselling, prenatal screening, risk assessment and diagnostic services for a wide range of heritable disorders
- Coordinating the regular screening investigations for a limited number of familial cancer disorders
- Ongoing support of patients with cardiac, neuromuscular and other genetic conditions.
Contact Details
The Team All enquiries should be directed to the Clinical Genetic Secretarial Team.
Telephone: 01382 632035 (Ext 32035)
Email: Tay.clinicalgenetics@nhs.scot
The Team
Consultant Clinical Geneticists: Dr Catherine McWilliam, Dr Jonathan Berg, Dr Helen Moir Speciialist Trainee
Lead Genetic Counsellor Ms Kirsten Henderson
Genetic Counsellors Mrs Gisela Urgel Reig, Miss Natascha Hamilton
Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist Mrs Kirsten Patterson.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Mrs Katie Douglas.
Research Nurse Mrs Tessa Coupar