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Alethea for Genetics

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Learn more about how Alethea can be used for Genetics eConsults

Support and resources for patients seeking genetic counselling
Advice regarding genetic testing
Management of rare diseases

How can our Genetics Specialists help?

Alethea provides eConsult access to Genetics Specialists who are happy to answer questions about many topics including:

  • Local resources for patients seeking genetic counselling
  • Resources and advice for patients seeking genetic testing
  • Advice for counselling regarding non-Invasive prenatal screening

Example questions our Genetics Specialists can answer

Below are some example questions you can ask our Genetics Specialists:

  • What are the indications for BRCA1/BRCA2 testing in a patient with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer?
  • Should I refer this child with developmental delay, hypotonia, and dysmorphic features for chromosomal microarray?
  • What genetic workup is recommended for a patient with a strong family history of colon cancer and early-onset diagnosis?
  • Can you advise on the management of a patient with a known VUS (variant of uncertain significance) on previous testing?
  • What are the recommended steps for assessing familial hypercholesterolemia in a 40-year-old with high LDL and positive family history?
Average decrease in Specialist wait times of 51%
Over 32,425 eConsults sent
70% of patients were not sent directly to the specialist 

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