Clinical Genetics and Dysmorphology Services

An estimated one out of every 20 infants is born with a birth defect as a result of either genetic or environmental causes. Genetic factors can produce a variety of problems that may be evident during childhood or even in adult life. With proper diagnosis, it is now possible to treat many of these disorders, reduce their impact or even prevent their occurrence in future members of the family.

Clinical Genetics and Dysmorphology Services at Cedars-Sinai offers diagnosis and counseling for a wide range of problems due to birth defects, genetic diseases, chromosomal alterations, metabolic disorders, variations in growth or development, craniofacial malformations, teratogenic exposures, histories of genetic diseases or birth defects within a family.

Diagnostic capabilities include state-of-the-art cytogenetics, molecular and biochemical laboratories. Our specialists are also experienced at helping with all related physical and developmental problems.

Social support services are available if indicated for all patients suspected of having a genetic diseases or congenital program, coordination of medical care and referral to local and state programs that provide assistance to families with a child who has a birth defect.