The Northwest Clinical Genomics Laboratory is now the Genetics and Solid Tumors Laboratory (GSTL) within the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Washington. The GSTL offers the latest technology in exome sequencing. Exome analysis can be used to identify disease-causing sequence variants in individuals or extended families. Panel tests, developed by experts in medical genetics, are continually updated with the identification of new pathogenic genes. ACMG guidelines for incidental findings are instituted to allow families to learn about variants in medically actionable genes with pathogenic potential if they so choose.
The laboratory offers full insurance pre-authorization services along with genetic counseling services.