Jewish genetic screening

Location: Virtual, online

The Jnetic clinic is an online service that offers genetic screening for people with Jewish ancestry. If you have at least one Jewish grandparent, you can register for a carrier screening test that checks for 49 genetic conditions, including Tay-Sachs disease.

When you sign up for the test, you'll receive a testing kit in the post with instructions. Your results will be emailed to you, and you'll be offered an appointment with a qualified genetic counsellor.

The urgent prenatal query referral form should be used for someone who is pregnant.

If you have any questions please contact the North West Thames Regional Genetic Service or find your own area regional genetic service. 

If you live in north west London, your GP can send an electronic referral (eRS) to our genetics service for a virtual or in-person appointment. If you or your partner are pregnant, the gestational age must be included in the referral. A genetic counsellor will then discuss and arrange your free Tay-Sachs disease carrier screening using a blood sample.