The Genome Center (GC) in Brief
Recent developments in the field of genomics have led to the establishment of multiplex genomic and proteomic analysis for the clinical use. The vision of the GC is to bring in these advances in the molecular testing to the Palestinian healthcare professionals, in order to provide complete solutions about their patient’s health issues. Having deep insights into human genomes will allow healthcare professionals as well as families with certain genetic disease to have more insights and understanding of their disease etiology and management.
Besides disease identification and diagnosis, our vision is also focusing on disease prevention and management through genetic counseling and Pre-implantation Genomic Diagnosis (PGD/PGS) with the help of the IVF centers across the country.
Specialised Diagnostic Tests
Reproductive health
We perform:
- Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)
- Carrier Screening Test
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis and Screening (PGD and PGS)
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Cytogenetic Tests
Inherited Diseases
- Genetics and Neurology
- Genetic and nephrology
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Endocrinology
- Metabolic disorders
- Ocular/ Ophthalmic Disorders
- ENT Genetics
Whole Exome Sequencing (WES)
Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) is a comprehensive test for all of the coding regions and splice sites of the genome where the most disease causing mutation happens. By this test, the protein-coding region of any gene can be tested rather than testing specific proteins related to one or few genes
Chromosomal Microarray (CMA)
Chromosomal Microarray (CMA) is a technique that based on using a microchip-to analyse many DNA pieces at one run. By CMA analysis, the whole human genome can be analysed in a single chip with high resolution. CMA technique has many advantages as it can detect deletions, duplications, loss of heterozygosity and aneuploidy detection for all chromosomes. Copy number variations (CNVs) can be detected by CMA chips as well. It basically uses probes that hybridize with specific chromosomal regions which allow the detection of CNV and Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNP).
Genetics and cancers
The cancer is a genetic disease in the first place as it results due to disorders in the developmental cellular processes which is totally controlled by genetics. Mostly the cancers causing genes are transmitted through parents to their offspring. However, sometimes the cancer resulted due to acquired reasons such as; chemical materials, carcinogenic substances, or radiation
Genetics and infectious diseases
Viruses are considered to be the first causative factor for the infectious diseases. The Genome Center apply specific test to detect and diagnose the related diseases and disorders
Additional Laboratory Services
Results of test procedures processed on site are reported to the health care provider the same day during regular business hours. Testing and services available through our Laboratory include:
- Immunology
- Reference lab and testing referrals
- Chemistry
- Hematology
- Serology
- Point-of-Care Testing
- Microbiology and Virology
- Coagulationy
- Routine tests
