Print Mayo Clinic's approach Teamwork. In Mayo Clinic's Department of Clinical Genomics, medical geneticists and certified genetic counselors work together as a team, with other professionals as needed, to evaluate any type of genetic condition and coordinate a wide array of tests and procedures. Comprehensive services. The Department of Clinical Genomics provides diagnostic workup of rare and inherited conditions and genetics evaluation of hereditary cancer syndromes, takes a comprehensive family history, educates patients and families about familial diseases, and offers counseling for family members to improve understanding of how a genetic disorder may affect them. Advanced technology. The Department of Clinical Genomics provides access to the latest genomic testing techniques, when medically appropriate and on a case-by-case basis. Research. Mayo Clinic is recognized for outstanding contributions to research in genetics and genomics. 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More information about billing and insurance: Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota Mayo Clinic Health System Clinical trials Explore Mayo Clinic studies of tests and procedures to help prevent, detect, treat or manage conditions. By Mayo Clinic Staff Request an appointment Doctors & Departments April 14, 2020 Print Show references National Library of Medicine. Help me understand genetics. Genetics Home Reference. https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/primer. Accessed Feb. 13, 2017. Frequently asked questions about genetic testing. National Human Genome Research Institute. https://www.genome.gov/19516567/faq-about-genetic-testing/. Accessed Feb. 13, 2017. Genetic testing for hereditary cancer syndromes. National Cancer Institute. https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/genetics/genetic-testing-fact-sheet. Accessed Feb. 13, 2017. Raby BA, et al. Genetic testing. http://www.uptodate.com/home. Accessed Feb. 13, 2017. Grody WW, et al. 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