The genetics section of Knight Diagnostic Laboratories has a longstanding history at OHSU, in the center of excellence for Rare Genetic Disorders. Established in 1962, the biochemical genetics laboratory was the cornerstone for Rare Genetic Disease diagnostics, followed in 1965 by the cytogenetics laboratory created to provide complete chromosome analysis for genetic disorders. As molecular technologies developed, FISH and molecular genetics laboratories were added, helping to position OHSU as a center of excellence in Fanconi anemias and neurological disorders. The genetics laboratories strive to implement new technologies and validate tests which serve the diagnostic needs of genetic counselors, geneticists, and other physicians. Our team of board-certified geneticists are always available for consultation.
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The Knight Diagnostic Laboratories are led by Medical Directors who are nationally recognized as leaders in their field. They are:
 | Cary O. Harding, M.D., FACMG Director, Biochemical Genetics Laboratory View Bio > |
 | Susan J. Hayflick, M.D., FACMG Professor and Chairman of Molecular and Medical Genetics View Bio > |
 | Stephen Moore, Ph.D., FACMG Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory, and Director, Medical Genetics Laboratory View Bio > |
 | Susan B. Olson, Ph.D., FACMG Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory View Bio > |
 | Sue Richards, Ph.D., FACMG Director, Molecular Genetics Laboratory View Bio > |
For additional information about genetic testing see
GeneTests.