Genomic test results have become an integral part of decision-making process about treatment and management plans for many patients.  Mainstreaming of genomic testing refers to diagnostic testing being initiated by non-genetics healthcare professionals.  This approach can potentially reduce the time it takes to reach a diagnosis for some patients.

The All Wales Medical Genomics team are working to support mainstream clinicians in offering genomic testing at the point of care by offering education about genomic testing, including assessing the criteria for testing and consenting patients for testing.  

Eligibility for genomic testing

• Genomic test eligibility criteria - Click here
  

• Rare and inherited disease eligibility criteria (including inherited cancers) - Click here

• What genes will be tested on a panel? - Click here
  

Consenting for genomic testing

• Record of discussion form - Click here

• Consent video - link

Ordering a mainstream genomic test

• Laboratory request form – Click here
  

• Sample requirements - Click here

Patient information

• Genomic testing – patient information sheet - Click here

Prenatal resources

• Prenatal referral form - Click here

• NIPT request form - Click here

Cancer Genetics

• Genomics guidelines for mainstream testing for breast cancer and prostate cancer have been published on the Welsh Cancer Network website - Click here

Please contact us if you need further advice about offering mainstream testing - Click here