Institute for Clinical Genetics

Wichtige Themen im Überblick

We are actively involved in research and investigate the causes of intellectual developmental disorders, brain malformations and complex syndromal disesases. The comprehensive characterization of variants in genes whose alterations are associated with an increased risk of hereditary tumor diseases or genetic tumor risk syndrome (GENTURIS) is also one of our focal points. We use the state-of-the-art methods for genetic and functional analyses and are participating in various consortia and networks.

Sample Submission

All current request forms for accredited genetic diagnostics according to DIN EN ISO 15189:2014 as well as information on sample submission and our range of services can be found on our new website at the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus. Please contact us if you require addional information. Please use the link below for detailed information.

Genetic counseling

Human genetic counseling is a medical service offered to all people who have been diagnosed or suspect a genetic disease. Information on the medical and family history over several generations, including the creation of a family tree, forms the basis of our work. We also involve specialists from various departments of the University Hospital in the process of finding a diagnosis. For further information or to schedule an appointment, please us the link below.

Welcome at the Institute for Clinical Genetics

Dear patients,
dear relatives,
dear colleagues,

At the Institute for Clinical Genetics, we care for people and their families with genetic disorders. Our focus is on intellectual developmental disorders, brain malformations, complex syndromal diseases and hereditary tumor diseases or genetic tumor risk syndromes (GENTURIS).

Our team uses state-of-the-art diagnostic methods under accredited conditions to find the cause of the disease for as many patients as possible. Furthermore, we investigate the alterations of the human genome corresponding to our diagnostic focuses to elucidate disease causes and pathomechanisms, including the signaling pathways involved and the functions of new candidate genes analogous to our diagnostic focus areas. We also use genome-wide high-throughput sequencing (WGS) both in clinic and in research.

We are active in teaching and supervise master's and doctoral theses of students in medicine, biology, bioinformatics and beyond. We hold numerous events to provide the broadest possible public discussion of the current state of our field and to provide extensive continuing education.

If you would like to get more information about our work or you are looking for advice concerning a genetic disease, please visit our new institute website at www.uniklinikum-dresden.de/kge.

With best regards,

Prof. Dr. Diana Le Duc, MD/PhD