Medical Genetics Education
Understanding the clinical significance of the genome through education and research
Resources and useful links for health care professionals
Supporting Medical Genetics and Genomics Education
Illumina strives to advance awareness of the importance of genetics and health. We recognize that education and clinical research are key to achieving this goal. We are dedicated to providing medical genetics education, supporting independent medical education, and investing in clinical studies. All these endeavors align with our core values and ethical responsibilities.
Medical Genetics and Genomics Education Resources
Illumina is committed to providing health care professionals with accurate, unbiased, and balanced medical genetics information and education. Our education begins with basic genetic concepts and encompasses specific areas of focus including obstetrics, oncology, and rare diseases. This includes support for continuing medical education (CME) activities to help enhance health care providers' knowledge, with the goal of improving patient care.
This information is not a substitute for the exercise of the health care provider’s professional judgment in providing clinical services.
Medical Genetics in Clinical Practice
Accelerate your understanding of medical genetics and learn how genomic information can aid in diagnosis and treatment.
Genomic Medicine Primer
A review of key genetic concepts and principles published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Genomic Medicine: An Updated Primer
An update on conceptual and technological advances in genetics and genomics published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Oncology & Pathology Resources
Introduction to NGS for Pathologists
NGS is changing the paradigm in molecular pathology, moving from clinical diagnosis alone to providing evidence supporting treatment recommendations.
Future of NGS in Oncology
NGS has the potential to change the future of oncology and advance the promise of personalized medicine.
Reproductive Genetics Resources
Counseling Guide for Reproductive Genetics
Find visual aids for patient discussions about reproductive genetics concepts such as noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT).
Patient Education App: NIPT Insights
Designed to help patients explore and learn about prenatal screening and testing options through non-branded educational materials and tools.
NIPT Education for Health Care Providers
Learn about noninvasive prenatal testing, how to order the test for your patients, and insurance coverage.
Rare & Undiagnosed Disease Resources
Online Course: Clinical Sequencing in Rare Disease
This course offers an overview of pediatric rare disease, available testing options, and clinical implementation of genomic sequencing. This course may be relevant to laboratory providers, health care providers, health care organizations, and other individuals interested in a review of genomics in the rare disease population.
Rare Disease Genomics
Understanding the genomics of rare disease can help doctors pinpoint the cause of undiagnosed disorders, helping families avoid long diagnostic odysseys.
Grants & Sponsorships
Illumina offers medical education grants, medical research support, and sponsorships. We are committed to increasing awareness of how genomics can advance precision medicine in health care. See our current areas of focus for support and find out how you can apply.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical research trials are essential to our product development and clinical pipeline. We are committed to patient safety and value the importance of transparency. We are dedicated to sharing clinical trial information and data publicly. For more information about our involvement in clinical trials, visit clinicaltrials.gov.