Can a website ease the stress of genetic testing? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06455384
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a digital platform called the Genetics Navigator to see if it can reduce distress for people undergoing genetic testing. The platform provides education, counseling, and management recommendations. Researchers will compare it to standard care in 170 adults and parents of children referred for genetic testing. The goal is to improve the patient experience and make genetic services more efficient.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Genetics Navigator (digital platform)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this platform could make genetic testing less stressful and more accessible for patients and families.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small, early-stage trial testing a behavioral tool, not a treatment. The platform may not significantly reduce distress or improve outcomes compared to standard care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mount Sinai Hospital
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5G 1X5, Canada
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Sunnybrook Hospital
RECRUITINGToronto, Canada
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The Hospital for Sick Children
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada
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