A calorimetry test measures a child's resting metabolic rate. Learn about what happens during a calorimetry test as well as how to prepare your child.
Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a skin condition that causes growths on nerves. Find out what NF1 genetic testing is, what the test results mean and why to consider testing for it.
Genetic counselling helps people understand genetic or inherited disorders. It can help families learn about neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and decide if testing is right for them.
Learn about clinical and genetic testing, two ways that doctors diagnose Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Each of these methods has advantages and limits.
Learn what happens during a pulmonary function test and how it is used to check how well your child's lungs are working.
Pharmacogenetics is an example of precision medicine that uses a person’s genetic make-up to predict medication response.
Genetic counselling is a process that provides information and support to individuals and families at risk of, or with, a genetic condition.
Learn about the signs and symptoms of hearing loss in babies and toddlers and what happens during the infant hearing screening process.
A microarray is a genetic test that can detect small missing or extra pieces of chromosomes. It can help identify the underlying cause of your child’s medical condition.
Discover why you or your child may have been referred for a genetics appointment and what to expect when you see a geneticist and/or a genetic counsellor.
Find out what researchers are exploring as possible treatments and preventative techniques for scoliosis, including genetic testing.
Cleidocranial dysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. Learn what to expect with a diagnosis of CCD.
Skeletal dysplasia is a term used to describe a group of genetic conditions that cause abnormal formation of bone and cartilage. Growth and other bodily functions may also be affected.
Learn about COVID-19 and how to talk to and support your family. Also find resources such as videos and audio meditations to help you cope.
A stress MIBI test looks at the flow of blood through the heart during rest and exercise using a radioactive agent.
Learn about the nursing teams involved in all aspects of your child's care.
Albinism is a genetic condition that causes a person to have no, or very little, pigment in the eyes and sometimes in the skin and hair also. Albinism is passed from parent to child because of a genetic mutation.
Find out what happens when your child is admitted for a video EEG in the epilepsy monitoring unit.
High-grade gliomas are a type of brain tumour that can develop in the central nervous system. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
Learn how often your child needs to be screened for diabetes complications and what you can expect from each test and screening.
Noonan syndrome is a genetic condition. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of Noonan syndrome and the heart conditions associated with the condition.
You and your child may be asked to join a clinical research trial or other types of research to help research teams study new treatments and better understand the impact of sickle cell disease on families. Learn about types of research and where to find more information about sickle cell disease research.
Understanding your child's cleft lip and/or palate through genetic assessments.
Ependymomas are a type of brain tumour. Discover what causes ependymomas, what the symptoms are, and how they are treated.
