KidGene - Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
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Inherited kidney disease care
Precision kidney disease care with genomics.
KidGene brings together clinical assessment, genetic counseling, family screening, long-term monitoring, and research for patients and families affected by inherited kidney disease.
Many inherited kidney diseases are underdiagnosed. Early recognition can help protect patients and families through appropriate diagnosis, monitoring, and counseling.
Striving for excellence in clinical service, education and research in genetic nephrology.
How can we help you?
Clear pathways for every visitor.
The homepage routes patients, families, doctors, learners, researchers, and donors to the right journey without feeling crowded.
Developing the center for holistic care for patients with inherited kidney disease
The center integrates clinical nephrology, laboratory genetics, and clinical genetics to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals and families with inherited kidney disease.
Wongboonsin J, Mallett A. Genetic Nephrology – Key Foundations for Kidney Medicine. Seminars in Nephrology, 2025; 45.
Patient care
Supportive care from first suspicion to long-term follow-up.
This section should feel calm, reassuring, and practical, with simple language for patients and families.
Referral or appointment request
Patient is referred by a physician or contacts the center.
Start here
Initial assessment
Medical history, family history, laboratory review, imaging review, and examination.
Clinical review
Genetic counseling
Explanation of possible benefits, limitations, risks, family implications, and consent.
Before testing
Testing and interpretation
Gene panel, exome, genome, or copy-number analysis may be considered when appropriate.
Precision diagnosis
Family screening and follow-up
Long-term plan for the patient and relatives who may benefit from screening or counseling.
Ongoing care
Disease information
Patient-friendly education with physician-level credibility.
Key information on inherited kidney diseases — symptoms, diagnosis, and care guidance for patients and families.
Use short pages first, then expand into bilingual handouts, videos, FAQs, and patient stories after approval.
Priority
ADPKD
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease overview, diagnosis, family screening, and monitoring.
Priority
Alport syndrome
Kidney, hearing, and eye features with inheritance patterns and family evaluation.
Phase 2
Fabry disease
Rare multisystem disease with kidney involvement and treatment implications.
Phase 2
CAKUT
Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract with genetic considerations.
Phase 2
Tubulopathies
Inherited tubular disorders affecting salt, mineral, acid-base, and water balance.
Phase 2
Genetic FSGS
Genetic forms of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and implications for care.
Genetic testing
Testing should be precise, consented, and clinically useful.
Explain genetic testing in plain language, including what it can and cannot answer, why counseling matters, and how results may affect family members.
ASingle-gene testing, panels, exome, genome, and copy-number analysis
BPre-test counseling, consent, and documentation
CResult interpretation with clinical correlation
DFamily cascade screening when appropriate
For physicians
Make referral criteria easy to understand and act on.
Physician pages should be concise, clinically structured, and optimized for fast referral decisions.
Early-onset CKD, unexplained kidney disease, or syndromic features
Positive family history of kidney disease, hearing loss, cysts, or kidney failure
Suspicion of ADPKD, Alport syndrome, Fabry disease, CAKUT, tubulopathy, or genetic FSGS
Need for genetic counseling before transplant, reproductive planning, or family screening
A trusted academic identity for discovery and collaboration.
Research pages can later include registry information, participation criteria, collaboration routes, publications, and ongoing studies.
From diagnosis to knowledge.
KidGene can position itself as a center that transforms clinical care into better understanding of inherited kidney disease in Thailand and the region.
1Patient registry development
2Genotype-phenotype studies
3Education and awareness programs
4Local and international collaboration
Donate
Support diagnosis, education, counseling, and research.
Donation messaging should feel transparent, dignified, and institutional. Add official payment details and policies only after hospital approval.
Patient education materials
Genetic counseling support
Awareness programs
Research and registry infrastructure
Contact
Get in touch with the Kidney Genetics Clinic.
Visit us at Siriraj Hospital or reach out by email or phone for appointments and inquiries.
