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Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Related Testing
Postnatal Microarray Testing – Current Criteria Intellectual disability/developmental delay Multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphism Autism/autistic spectrum disorders Microarray is available only for patients who meet eligible indications and must be indicated on the requisition. If clinical criteria are not met, the request may be cancelled by the laboratory. Indicated Not Indicated Intellectual...
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General Sample Information/Collection
Peripheral bloods for DNA/Molecular testing and/or Cytogenetic testing can be collected at any local collection site. In Nova Scotia please provide patient with a completed requisition which they should take to the collection site of their choice. (https://www.nshealth.ca/laboratory-services/blood-collection). Sample type Testing ordered Container Volume/Size required Amniotic fluid# Molecular 15mL Conical...
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Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing/Screening (NIPT/NIPS)
Please review the attached information for more information on NIPT for Health Care providers and patients.
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October 15, 2024
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Sample Storage and Retention
DNA Storage Temporary Retention of Residual Samples Following completion of testing, or when Test Request to Follow is indicated, DNA samples will be stored for a minimum of 5 years Any additional testing of the sample will require a written request from a health care provider including a signed statement...
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David Lavigne
Board Director
Dave Lavigne is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), employed as the Director of Finance and Regulatory, with Liberty Utilities Gas New Brunswick. Dave has worked in the utility industry for the past 24 years, prior to Liberty, working for Enbridge...
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John Muir
Board Director
John Muir has close to 20 years of health system experience gained from the public and private sectors. Starting his career with the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness, he currently works with Medavie Health Services as the Director...
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September 4, 2024
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How can we support children and youth with the new policy? How children and youth respond to change is unique. Many children or youth will pivot and adapt to change quickly while others will require more time to cope with...
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October 23, 2024
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Courtesy of CTV Atlantic. There’s a little over a week until Halloween and while it's a fun time for young trick-or-treaters, the Atlantic Canada Poison Centre says it’s also important for parents to keep safety in mind. Laurie Mosher, a...
