Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact

NOTICE: We are continuing to provide all of our genetic testing during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the reporting times for some of our tests may be slower than usual. This delay could be due to three reasons:

  • laboratory resources being directed to testing for COVID-19
  • fewer interstate flights for shipping samples
  • a backlog of tests as restrictions on elective surgery and procedures are lifted
  • We apologise for any delay in reporting your genetic test result.

    If you have any concerns about this, please speak with the doctor who ordered your genetic test.

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      • Welcome to Sonic Genetics
        Sonic Genetics offers a broad range of genetic tests, performed both in Sonic Healthcare pathology laboratories, as well as high-quality fully accredited referral laboratories.
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      • Our tests
        • Familial disorders
        • Genetic counselling
        • Immunology
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        • Paediatric disorders
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        • Reproductive health
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      • Featured tests
        • Non-invasive prenatal testing
        • Reproductive carrier screening
        • Cancer genetics
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        • Lactose intolerance
        • Familial hypercholesterolaemia
      • Incidental findings
        When a medical test is performed in a patient for a particular purpose, it is possible that the test will identify an unexpected abnormality that is not related to the initial reason for doing the test.
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      • Resources
        Links to useful external resources of genetic information for clinicians.
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      • Education (medical)
        The Sonic Genetics website includes general information regarding genetic testing, as well as specific information about particular tests.
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      • Request forms
        There are certain tests which require very specific information from the requesting doctor to enable an accurate interpretation.
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        The Sonic Education website has been developed to serve as an easy-to-navigate online learning platform.
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    • Patients
      • Our service
        We are Australia’s largest private genetics referral laboratory. We are part of Sonic Healthcare, an acknowledged world leader in the provision of diagnostic services, and Australia’s largest pathology provider.
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      • Test information
        • Non-invasive prenatal testing
        • Reproductive carrier screening
        • Lactose intolerance
        • Pharmacogenomics
        • Cancer genetics
        • Cardiac genetics
        • Familial hypercholesterolaemia
      • Patient account information
        We aim to be fair and reasonable with our fee structure. Our fees are set at a level to ensure that we can deliver a high quality and comprehensive genetic pathology service to you.
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      • Patient collection information
        • Collection centres for NIPT
        • Collection centres for all other genetic tests
      • FAQs
        We are often asked about preparation for tests, appointments, costs and tests for children. Here is a list of the most common questions we are asked.
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      • Genetic counselling
        A genetic test result may have broader implications for the person tested (e.g. insurance, family planning), as well as implications for family members (e.g. future health, insurance etc)
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      • Genetic testing & insurance
        Some patients are concerned about the possible impact of a genetic test on their ability to get insurance.
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      • Confidentiality
        We are committed to ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information.
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    • Our tests
      • All tests
        Sonic Genetics offers a broad range of genetic tests, performed both in Sonic Healthcare pathology laboratories, as well as high-quality fully accredited referral laboratories.
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      • DNA relationship
        Defining the genetic relationship between people or tissue samples using DNA markers.
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      • Familial disorders
        Identifying the genetic basis of familial disorders that affect children and adults.
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      • Immunology
        An analysis of genes modifying the risk of disease or responsible for familial disorders of the immune system.
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      • Oncology - haematological malignancies
        Genetic tests are a resource which can help the clinician characterise attributes of a cancer, and thereby guide advice and therapy for the patient.
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      • Oncology - solid malignancies
        These assays provide information that is not available from histological examination, and can help guide diagnosis, therapy, and monitoring of disease.
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      • Paediatric disorders
        Childhood-onset disorders due to new cytogenetic abnormalities and inherited mutations.
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      • Pharmacogenomics
        Making medicines personal. Analysis of genes involved in drug metabolism and hypersensitivity, allowing clinicians to prescribe with confidence.
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      • Reproductive health
        Screening of couples prior to conception, or during early pregnancy, including non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT).
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      • Pricing
        Genetic tests are frequently not covered by Medicare or private health insurance,.
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    • Pathologists
      • Professor Graeme Suthers
      • Dr James Harraway
      • Dr Melanie Galea
      • Dr Eric Lee
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      • PDF summary
    • Clinicians
      • Welcome to Sonic Genetics
      • Our tests
        • Familial disorders
        • Genetic counselling
        • Immunology
        • Oncology
        • Paediatric disorders
        • Pharmacogenomics
        • Reproductive health
        • Results
      • Featured tests
        • Non-invasive prenatal testing
        • Reproductive carrier screening
        • Cancer genetics
        • Cardiac genetics
        • Pharmacogenomics
        • Lactose intolerance
        • Familial hypercholesterolaemia
      • Incidental findings
      • Resources
      • Education (medical)
      • Electronic newsletter
        • Previous Newsletters
      • Request forms
      • Sonic Education
    • Patients
      • Our service
      • Test information
        • Non-invasive prenatal testing
        • Reproductive carrier screening
        • Lactose intolerance
        • Pharmacogenomics
        • Cancer genetics
        • Cardiac genetics
        • Familial hypercholesterolaemia
      • Patient account information
      • Patient collection information
        • Collection centres for NIPT
        • Collection centres for all other genetic tests
      • FAQs
      • Genetic counselling
      • Genetic testing & insurance
      • Confidentiality
    • Our tests
      • All tests
      • DNA relationship
      • Familial disorders
      • Immunology
      • Oncology - haematological malignancies
      • Oncology - solid malignancies
      • Paediatric disorders
      • Pharmacogenomics
      • Reproductive health
      • Pricing
      • Download the genetic testing guide
    • Locations
    • About
    • Contact
      • Feedback
    • Pathologists
      • Professor Graeme Suthers
      • Dr James Harraway
      • Dr Melanie Galea
      • Dr Eric Lee
      • Dr Marina Berbic
      • PDF summary

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      • Genetic testing and insurance
      • Confidentiality
      • Reproductive carrier screening

        A reproductive carrier screen is a blood test of the parents. It looks to see if they carry genetic changes (mutations) that could cause certain genetic conditions in their child.

         

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      • Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)

        This is a DNA-based blood test performed on the expectant mother that screens for several common genetic conditions, such as Down syndrome and can identify the baby’s sex.

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      • Lactose intolerance

        There is now a genetic test to confirm if you can digest the sugar called lactose found in milk and other dairy products. If you can’t then you are likely lactose intolerant.

         

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      • Pharmacogenomics (PGx)

        The Sonic PGx panel is a genetic test that helps your doctor to provide the optimal prescription for you based on your genes.

         

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