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Here, you will find resources that help explain genetics, genomics and genomic testing. Some of this material was developed by Australian Genomics, specifically for Australians. Other resources have an international focus and highlight genomic trends in other countries. 

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Insurance

This webpage discusses how insurance can be affected by genomic testing. Note: this information was developed for the UK and for a specific project where most people participating are healthy, so some of this information may be different in Australian and depend on what your genetic/genomic test is for.
Source: Genomics England (UK)
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Variations in the genetic code

This factsheet is about how each person has differences in their genes and what they mean. This is a good resource if you are looking for a lot of detail to digest at your own pace or to discuss with your healthcare professional.
Source: Centre for Disease Education NSW Health (Australia)
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Genetic testing

This webpage provides information about genetic testing in Australia. This website is a good starting point to answer basic questions relating to genetic testing. The website also provides a number of avenues to find further information.
Source: Healthdirect (Australia)
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FAQs about genetic counseling

This webpage explains what genetic counselling is and why you might want to see a genetic counsellor. Note: There may be slight differences between Australia and the USA.
Source: National Human Genome Research Institute (USA)
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Gene mutations (Types of Genetic Variation)

This factsheet explains gene mutations and is quite complex. It is a good resource if you are looking for a lot of detail to digest at your own pace or to discuss with your healthcare professional.
Source: Centre for Disease Education NSW Health (Australia)
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Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer

This factsheet provides very detailed information regarding Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer (HBOC). The factsheet is intended for those who are known to have breast or ovarian cancer due to inheriting a faulty BRCA gene.
Source: American Society of Clinical Oncology (USA)
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Information about your genetics appointment

This webpage provides information about a genetics appointment. Note: this information was developed in the UK, so there may be differences in genetics appointments in Australia.
Source: Syndromes Without A Name (UK)
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Introduction to genetics

This video provides a short introduction to genetics.
Source: Learning Genetics (USA)
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Genetic testing for mitochondrial disease

This factsheet is specific to Mitochondrial Disease. The factsheet explains why mitochondrial disease occurs and provides information about getting genetic testing.
Source: Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation (Australia)
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