Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics

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.

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“ 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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Meet Kate, the Sarnoff Center’s Administrative Aide

Meet Kate, the Sarnoff Center’s Administrative Aide

I am thrilled to join the Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics as an administrative aide. I grew

The 2019 URJ Biennial in Numbers:

By Carol Guzman This December, the Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics had the opportunity to share our

Almost Family and Genetic Testing

By: Carol Guzman Warning: Light spoilers for "Almost Family" ahead. More than 26 million people have taken consumer DNA tests worldwide, making it easier than

Planning for a Family?

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

Genetic Disorder Screening

Concerned About Cancer Risk?

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

Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment