“Bringing cutting-edge genetic testing to help diagnose health problems in children from diverse NYC families”

TeleKidSeq is a new research study exploring whether a type of genetic testing, called “genome sequencing,” is useful in finding the genetic causes of health problems in children. Sometimes children who are sick for reasons health care providers don’t understand can get a diagnosis from genome sequencing. Genome sequencing is the most advanced form of genetic testing available today. We are working to make genome sequencing for children and young adults more accessible, useful, and easier for families to understand.

All human beings have the right to feel respected, to be heard, and to be treated equally in ALL aspects of life. As a research study that strives to provide care and services to underserved and underrepresented communities we can not and will not ignore that racism is deeply entrenched in our society, and the healthcare field is no exception. The events over the past few ​months have highlighted the injustices that exist not only in policing but also within our field of medical research. We will continue to do our best to ensure that studies reflect the realities of our world, ​the communities we serve, ​and the voices that have historically been silenced. We stand in solidarity with our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color​ communities as we all work towards a more equitable society.