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← SequenceMedicine
Clinical Genetics Reference

Medical Genetics.
Definitive Answers.

Structured diagnostic workup algorithms, variant interpretation frameworks, and evidence-based testing protocols across the full spectrum of heritable disease.

20
Organ Systems
~53%
Avg Diagnostic Yield
80+
References

Diagnostic Algorithms

Structured, evidence-based approaches that transform complex clinical presentations into defined molecular workups. Each algorithm maps phenotype to genotype through validated decision trees.

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Rare Disease Evaluation

Systematic evaluation frameworks for undiagnosed patients. From initial phenotyping and differential diagnosis through tiered genetic testing, including reflex to exome/genome sequencing when targeted panels are non-diagnostic.

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Variant Classification (ACMG/AMP)

Applied frameworks for classifying sequence variants according to ACMG/AMP 2015 guidelines with ClinGen refinements. Population frequency analysis, functional data integration, segregation studies, and computational predictions.

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Cascade Testing Protocols

Structured family-based testing strategies for identified pathogenic variants. Risk stratification of at-risk relatives, age-appropriate screening initiation, and integration with reproductive planning and genetic counseling.

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Phenotype-Driven Test Selection

Decision algorithms matching clinical findings to optimal test modality. Single-gene analysis, targeted panels, exome sequencing, genome sequencing, chromosomal microarray, or methylation analysis based on presentation specificity.

By the Numbers

The quantitative foundation underlying every diagnostic algorithm and testing protocol.

20
Organ systems with characterized diagnostic yield data for ES/GS
80+
Peer-reviewed references supporting indication-specific testing criteria
53%
Average midpoint diagnostic yield across strong-evidence organ systems
7K+
Rare diseases with known genetic basis amenable to molecular diagnosis

Variant Interpretation

The ACMG/AMP five-tier classification system provides a standardized framework for evaluating sequence variant pathogenicity. Each classification integrates population data, computational predictions, functional studies, and segregation analysis to assign clinical significance.

Pathogenic
Disease-causing
Likely Pathogenic
>90% certainty
VUS
Uncertain significance
Likely Benign
>90% benign
Benign
No clinical impact

VUS management remains the central challenge of clinical molecular genetics. Systematic approaches include periodic reclassification review, functional studies when available, family segregation analysis, and integration with evolving ClinGen expert panel assertions.

BRCA2 NM_000059.4:c.8167G>C (p.Asp2723His) — Class 3 (VUS)
MYBPC3 NM_000256.3:c.1504C>T (p.Arg502Trp) — Class 5 (Pathogenic)
SCN1A NM_001165963.4:c.2836C>T (p.Arg946Cys) — Class 4 (Likely Pathogenic)

For Specialists

Tools and frameworks built for the daily practice of clinical genetics. From initial referral triage through molecular diagnosis and long-term management.

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Diagnostic Algorithms

Phenotype-to-genotype decision trees for 20 organ systems, with tiered testing strategies from targeted panels through genome sequencing.

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Interpretation Frameworks

ACMG/AMP variant classification applied in context. ClinGen-curated gene-disease associations, variant curation standards, and VUS management protocols.

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Referral Guidance

Evidence-based criteria for when to refer to genetics. Red flags by specialty, pre-test probability thresholds, and urgency triage frameworks for NICU/PICU settings.

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Laboratory Selection

Guidance on selecting the appropriate laboratory and test modality. Panel composition analysis, turnaround time considerations, and insurance navigation for genetic testing.

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Yield Data by System

Published diagnostic yield across all 20 organ systems. Tier 1 strong-evidence systems (42–95%) through Tier 2 moderate-evidence specialties with evolving data.

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Rapid Sequencing Protocols

rGS/rES implementation guides for critically ill neonates and pediatric ICU patients. 34–59% diagnostic yield with documented management changes in 80% of diagnosed cases.