Genetics & genomics
quest for answers and cures

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▲HKCH is equipped with next generation sequencers which can perform massive DNA sequencing to look for the cause of diseases.

Some uncommon genetic disorders do not have distinctive clinical features, leading to diagnostic odyssey and delayed treatment, while some patients do not realize they are affected until severe symptoms suddenly surface. The government is determined to promote genetic and genomic medicine to benefit the community with more precise diagnosis and effective treatment.

The HKCH plays a key role in the development of genetics and genomic medicine in Hong Kong. It is the territory-wide referral centre for uncommon genetic disorders. It gathers expertise of related fields and advanced testing technologies to enhance the treatment, research, talent pool and knowledge of these diseases.

A new milestone has been reached recently, as HKCH has taken up the Clinical Genetic Service previously under the Department of Health, including its genetic counselling clinic, genetic screening clinic, neonatal screening programme, and genetic laboratory. Patients with genetic diseases and their families could obtain one-stop multi-disciplinary support, including diagnosis, treatment, subsequent management, counselling and prevention.