A worldwide leader in innovative laboratory research and development, offering highly complex and unique genetic tests.

Indiana University

Genetic Testing Laboratories

The Genetic Testing Laboratories are a team of national clinical reference laboratories that offer an extensive menu of high-complexity medical tests in the specialties of cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, pharmacogenomics and molecular genetics. We are a worldwide leader in high standards of patient care supported by innovative laboratory research and development.

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Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics
Indiana University Genetic Testing Laboratories
975 W. Walnut Street, IB 350
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Tel: 317-274-2243
Fax: 317-278-1616

iugtl@iu.edu

Explore our Labs

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Biochemical Genetics

The Biochemical Genetics Laboratory specializes in small molecule analyte tests for the diagnosis and management of patients with inborn errors of metabolism. Tests include mass spectrometry assays for amino acids, acylcarnitines and organic acids.

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Cytogenetics

The Cytogenetics Laboratory has been a national leader in the field of cytogenetics for over five decades, providing chromosomal microarray, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and karyotype evaluation of both constitutional and neoplastic disorders across all age groups.

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Diagnostic Genomics

The Diagnostic Genomics Laboratory provides competitive clinical somatic (cancer) and germline genomics testing services to IU Health and state of Indiana.

Molecular Genetics

The Molecular Genetics Laboratory offers testing for both routine inherited and oncology disorders.

Pharmacogenomics

The Pharmacogenomics Laboratory provides clinical testing to help predict how people respond differently to different medications.

Reach and Impact

168

different genetic tests offered

15,700

tests completed in 2020

97.5

percentage of tests meeting TAT

Fellowship Training

The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics offers training in laboratory genetics and genomics which leads to eligibility for certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG). The training period is 30 months with an option for an additional six months. Qualified applicants must hold a PhD or MD with relevant laboratory experience and are encouraged to apply by Oct. 1 each year.

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