The Medical Center of Elberton

Greenwood Genetic Center is a nonprofit institute that provides clinical genetic and laboratory testing services. It provides educational programs and materials and conducts research in the field of medical genetics. Established in 1974, the center provides genetic services, including diagnosing genetic conditions; counseling individuals and families; researching the causes of birth defects and genetic diseases; and educating health care providers, teachers and the public about genetic disorders. Greenwood Genetic Center works in association with the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. It provides treatment and prevention programs that assist in reducing the risk and severity of disabling conditions. Located in Greenwood, S.C., the center additionally offers diagnostic testing services to various clinics and laboratories across South Carolina.