If you are interested in learning more about genomics, both in inherited cancer predisposition syndromes and its wider use in healthcare, the Genomics Education Programme has a number of resources.
Referral criteria to clinical genetics varies slightly by region. Please check with your local Clinical Genetics Unit for up-to-date referral criteria. Referral criteria for units within the Central and South region are available below.
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Clinical Genetics Unit
Oxford University Hospitals Clinical Genetics Unit
University Hospitals Southampton Clinical Genetics Unit
Patients with Lynch Syndrome require additional care which should be addressed by their GP at their annual cancer care review. This is a very useful one-page summary of the additional considerations for these patients. Please be aware that the guidelines for dosing of aspirin changed in 2025 and is incorrect on this document. Please refer to the UKCGG guidelines for up-to-date information about aspirin dosing. A summary of this is also available in our infographic on aspirin chemoprophylaxis. ***make this a hyperlink to the infographic section***
RM Partners: Lynch syndrome quick guide for GPs
Guides for managing patients with Lynch Syndrome:
- Caroline’s booklet for 1y care (needs C+S GMSA branding)
- Flick’s booklet for nurses (needs C+S GMSA branding)
Bowel Cancer UK: Lynch Syndrome- a guide for primary care health professionals
e-Learning Modules and webinars
NHS Learning Hub: national Lynch syndrome project
North Thames Genomics: Lynch syndrome