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Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics

Trust two decades of expertise on
Jewish genetics.

Have questions about Jewish genetic disorders or hereditary cancers? The Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics can offer support. We work closely with community members, clergy, healthcare professionals and partner organizations to educate, raise awareness and offer peace of mind.


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About Jewish Genetic Disorders

Get information and resources about genetic conditions more common in the Jewish community.

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About Jewish Hereditary Cancers

Learn more about BRCA-related and other hereditary cancers common in individuals of Jewish descent.

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About Carrier Screening

Planning for a family? Our affordable, accessible carrier screening program allows most participants to get screened from home.

“ The genetic counselor really helped us focus in on what our potential issues could be, how to handle it, and what our options were from there. ”

—Melissa Samlan

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Planning for a Family?

Our affordable, accessible carrier screening program allows most participants to get screened from home.

Concerned About Cancer Risk?

We offer guidance on hereditary cancer risk assessments and information about where to get counseling and screening.

The Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics is a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, and is supported in part by the Michael Reese Health Trust.

30 S Wells
Chicago, IL 60606
312-357-4718
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