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Closure of Cavenagh Slip Road

Due to the North-South Corridor (NSC) construction, the Cavenagh slip road will be closed from 20 June 2026. KKH@Halifax remains accessible via alternative routes. Click here for more information.

Genomic Medicine

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Our Genomic Medicine specialises in care for families and individuals of all ages who have or are at risk of a genetic disorder or birth defect. We extend comprehensive clinical services for the detection of genetic conditions and risk of birth defects, medical care for children with genetic disorders, as well as counselling for patients and their families diagnosed with genetic conditions.

DNA Laboratory

Our DNA laboratory offers services for DNA testing for diagnosis of genetic conditions.

Accredited with SAC-SINGLAS, the laboratory carries out DNA testing for conditions such as thalassaemia, Fragile X syndrome, spinal muscular atrophy, myotonic dystrophy, Huntington disease, spinocerebellar atrophy, Prader-Willi syndrome & Angelman syndrome. Chromosome microarray analysis (CMA) is also available for postnatal samples.

For more information about DNA Diagnostic and Research Laboratory, please click here.

Range of Services:

  • Genetic Counselling
  • Biochemical Genetics Services
  • Screening and counselling for Thalassaemia
  • Diagnosis and Counselling for Chromosomal Abnormalities
  • Dysmorphology (Congenital Abnormalities / Birth Defects)
  • Prenatal Counselling
  • Molecular Genetic Testing

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Genetics Eduation for physicians

A joint education programme developed by Genetics Service, Department of Paediatrics, KKH, and SingHealth Duke-NUS Institute of PRecIsion Medicine (PRISM).

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Patient Care Sensitive caregiving: Breaking the cycle of harsh parenting Sensitive discipline is most effective within a healthy parent-child relationship built on trust and respectful communication. Children are more likely to seek support and guidance when disciplinary issues are addressed calmly and collaboratively.
20 Aug 2026 | Special Delivery Read Story
Patient Care Cultivating healthy boundaries and safe relationships begins from infancy Responsive caregiving during infancy and early childhood shapes a child’s emotional well-being and sense of personal safety.
11 Aug 2026 | Special Delivery Read Story
Patient Care Making it safe to fly: Singapore’s first Hypoxic Challenge Test for children KKH is Singapore’s first healthcare provider to offer the Hypoxic Challenge Test for children. It determines if children with chronic respiratory conditions can maintain safe blood oxygen levels during air travel.
24 Jul 2026 | Special Delivery Read Story
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