Genetic testing and referrals for GPs: a PRECISE approach
Genetic testing in general practice: Dr. Alan Ma explains which tests GPs can order, when to refer, and how the PRECISE portal supports confident testing and referral decisions.
What can you expect from this episode?
Genetic testing is becoming increasingly relevant in general practice, yet many GPs remain uncertain about which tests they can order and when referrals are needed. In this episode, Clinical Geneticist Dr. Alan Ma joins Dr Rebecca Chan, a Medcast GP educator to discuss practical guidance for GPs, including which genetic and genomic tests are appropriate to order in practice, which require specialist input, and how to make effective referrals.
Dr. Ma also introduces the PRECISE portal (Practitioner Readiness, Education, Capabilities with Implementation Science Evaluation), a national resource designed to support GPs with point-of-care tools, traffic-light guides for testing, referral pathways, and case studies. This episode provides practical advice, real-world examples, and resources to help GPs navigate genetic testing and referrals confidently.
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