The majority of these are neurological diseases caused by expansions of CAG repeats, we are therefore pursuing other diseases which have common properties to see whether they have a common molecular basis. We also collaborate with many other groups within Australia to assist their projects when required. This is a very efficient way of making a complex and difficult range of techniques available to occasional users who would not otherwise be able to develop them for what is often a single experiment. Enquiries regarding collaborative work may be sent to the above e-mail address. The Department provides a full cytogenetic diagnostic service from blood, amniotic fluid, chorionic villus biopsies, and other solid tissues for both paediatric and adult patients, including prenatal and post-natal diagnosis.
Prior consultation is essential for DNA studies.