The unit
of medical genetic was established in 1976 at the Institute for
Research in Reproduction . The unit was made an independent center of
ICMR in 1986 and was than lodged at the Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for children
until end of 1999.It was shifted back and located back at the
Institute of Research in Reproduction. Since its inception the center
has catered to the needs of families having children with mental
retardation and multiple malformations. The major activity of the
center is to run an effective clinic where couples are counselled
regarding recurrence risk of genetic disorders and availability of
prenatal diagnosis.
