BRIDGE
Building Resources for Immunology Disagnostic GEnomics
About this study
Genomic testing can help find the cause of conditions that impact the immune system, leading to more accurate diagnoses, personalised care, and better outcomes for children and their families.
Our BRIDGE study aims to understand families’ experiences with genomic testing and use this knowledge to design better support tools and services. We want to ensure that all families feel informed, empowered, and supported throughout their child’s testing journey.
Our work to date
To date we have completed the following work:
Implemented a model to deliver genomic testing as part of routine care. Read about this study here.
Discussed the role of genetic counsellors in paediatric immunology. Read about the study here.
Interviewed parents of about their experineces. This study is currently under peer-review
Where to from here?
We are currently assessing areas of needs including:
Reviewing how genetic testing is used in immunology to understand its impact on patient care and to see how a new way of delivering this service affects long-term health outcomes.
Interviewing healthcare professionals involved in delivering immunology genetic testing to map the current testing pathway and identify gaps in care.
Surveying children and families to capture the long-term impact of living with these conditions, undergoing testing, and any unmet needs.
Combined, the findings will be used to design resources to better deliver genomic testing.
Study team
Dr Tatiane Yanes (Chief Investigator)
How is this study funded?
This study is funded by:
Queensland Health, Queensland Genomics Health Alliance
Leading Innovations through New Collaborations (LINC)
Queensland Health Targeted Clinical Research Fellowship
Contact us
If you’re interested in learning more about this research or getting involved, please contact us via email (preferred) or phone.
📩 BRIDGE-study@uq.edu.au
☎️ +61 7 3443 7057