About CKE Genetics

CKE Genetics provides clinician-led genetic counselling and testing, supporting individuals and families in understanding their genetic health with clarity and confidence.

Our approach combines clinical expertise with a patient-focused experience, ensuring that each person receives clear guidance tailored to their situation.

Our Approach

We believe genetic testing should always be guided by clinical expertise.

Rather than offering testing in isolation, we focus on providing structured genetic counselling before and after testing, ensuring that:

The right test is selected
Results are accurately interpreted
You fully understand what your results mean
Appropriate next steps are clearly explained

Our aim is to remove uncertainty and provide meaningful, clinically relevant insights.

Clinical Expertise

All consultations are delivered by qualified genetic counsellors with specialist training in genetics and patient care.

They are trained to assess complex genetic information, interpret results, and communicate them in a clear, structured, and clinically appropriate way.

This ensures that you receive guidance that is both accurate and easy to understand.

Our Laboratory Network

We work with a select group of internationally accredited clinical laboratories to provide high-quality genetic testing.

Each laboratory is chosen based on:

This allows us to match each patient with the most appropriate testing approach.

Meet Our

Qualified Counsellors

"I am a registered genetic counsellor with over seven years of experience in clinical genetics, working across public academic hospitals and the private healthcare sector. I hold an MSc(Med) in Genetic Counselling from the University of Cape Town in South Africa.

My expertise spans prenatal, fertility, cancer and general genetics. My professional and research interests include immunology and haematology genetics, with a focus on quality-of-life studies in adults with sickle cell disease and inherited predisposition to Haematological malignancies.

Passionate about patient care and genetics education, I am committed to providing expert support and advancing the field through education and advocacy."

Clair Engelbrecht

MSc (Med) Genetic Counselling

"I currently work in the NHS and private sector as a HCPC registered Genomic Counsellor, with a special interest in cancer genetics. I completed the Scientist Training Programme in Genomic Counselling alongside a MSc degree in Clinical Sciences- Genomic Counselling."

Lily White

MSc Genomic Counselling

"I trained as a Genetic Counsellor at the University of Cape Town in South Africa and am registered to practise in the UK. I have worked in the NHS for the past six years, with specialist expertise in prenatal, cancer, cardiac, and neurodegenerative genetics.

I am passionate about both science and people, and am committed to providing clear, compassionate, and empathetic support tailored to each individual and family. Outside of work, I enjoy walking, baking, reading, and exploring new places through travel."

Susan Louw

MSc (Med) Genetic Counselling

"I completed my joint honours degree in Biology and Psychology at Durham University, UK, and was keen to find a career that combined the best of both disciplines. This led me to complete a Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling at the University of Sydney, Australia.

I attained professional accreditation through the Academy for Healthcare Science under the Genetic Counsellor Registration Board in the UK. Over the years, I have gained clinical and research experience in inherited cardiac conditions, reproductive genetics, and variant interpretation.

I am passionate about improving equitable access to genetic testing, particularly for underserved and underrepresented communities."

Huafrin Kotwal

MSc Genomic Counselling

Patient-Centred Care

We recognise that genetic information can be complex and, at times, sensitive.

Our approach is designed to provide:

Clear and accessible communication

A supportive and structured consultation process

Time to ask questions and explore your options

Confidence in the decisions you make

Data Security and Confidentiality

We take the security of your personal and genetic information seriously.

All patient data is stored within a secure, UK-compliant clinical platform, and is only shared with laboratories where required and with your consent.

We do not share your data with third parties outside of your care pathway. The clinical platform is accredited by ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.

Our Mission

Our mission is to make high-quality genetic counselling and testing accessible, clear, and clinically guided.

We aim to support individuals and families in making informed decisions about their health, with confidence and clarity at every step.