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About the Center

The National Genome Center is leading Bahrain's precision medicine initiative by mapping the nation's genetic makeup.
The Center was established after successfully collecting 50,000 samples from citizens ahead of schedule, leveraging genomic research to enable early disease detection, provide personalized treatments, and protect the health of future generations in the long term.

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Genome Screening Report Login

The Ministry of Health’s initiative in establishing a specialized center for genetic analysis came as a result of the government’s overall efforts in improving the quality of health services in Bahrai…

Newborn Genomic Screening Program

The Newborn Genomic Screening Program is one of Bahrain’s ambitious national research initiatives, aimed at introducing genomic testing at the earliest stage of human life. By analyzing the genetic pr…

Launch

Participation in Genome Screening Research Test

Launched in 2019 following a preparatory phase that began in 2018, the Bahrain National Genome Program is a pioneering national health and research initiative. It was announced as part of the 2019 Gov…

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Sustainable Development

The Kingdom of Bahrain has made great strides in implementing the Sustainable Development 2030 plan and the Sustainable Development Goals.

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Awareness Campaigns

Governorates, NGOs & Community Events Campaign

Community engagement is at the heart of the National Genome Project. By partnering with governorates, charitable societies, community centers, and public festivals, the campaign ensures inclusive outr…

Educational & Cultural Institutions Campaign

Academic and cultural institutions provide a strong platform for scientific awareness and community education. The National Genome Centre conducts educational lectures, workshops, and awareness drives…

Sports & Youth Events Campaign

Youth and athletic communities are vital partners in promoting health awareness and preventative health. Through major national platforms such as Youth City 2030 and National Sports Day events, the Na…

Corporations, Commerce & Industry Campaign

The National Genome Campaign actively engages industrial, commercial, and national flagship enterprises. By conducting workplace sampling visits across corporate headquarters and industrial sites, the…

Banking & Financial Sector Campaign

Partnering with leading financial institutions and the central bank, the National Genome Centre extends its health awareness and sampling drives to the financial workforce. These partnerships highligh…

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Events

Bahrain Calendar

Genomics Ambassadors

9 13 August 2026

4:00 PM 8:00 PM

Youth City 2030

Workshop on "Genome Technologies"

15 April 2026

4:00 PM 6:00 PM

Northern Sehla Youth Enabling Center

National Genome Center Project Participation at Youth City 2030

1 26 August 2024

Youth City 2030 - Exhibition World Bahrain

National Genome Campaign Participation in Southern Governorate Sports Day

22 February 2024

Al Hunaynia Park

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Knowledge Center

The Bahraini Genome Program is a survey research initiative that categorizes participants into different groups and phases. In the first phase, 6,000 samples have been analyzed in collaboration with Harvard University, USA. This initial collaboration is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Participants will receive their individual results once the analysis and classification of findings are finalized by a team of specialized physicians. The team will first reach out to individuals whose results indicate the need for further follow-up and genetic counseling.

As for the second phase, 100,000 samples will be analyzed locally in progressive stages. The public will be regularly updated on the results and developments as they unfold.

The results of genome analysis are highly confidential, and participants will be personally contacted once their sample analysis is completed by the genome team.

Currently, the National Genome Center's projects are survey research initiatives. However, the center is committed to the responsibility of sharing results that indicate urgent health concerns for which preventive or proactive treatment plans are available.

If you wish to participate as an individual, you can log in with your Smart Key on the eGovernment portal and complete the online registration for the National Genome Program. After registration, you should visit the health center in your residential area, where the laboratory staff will collect a blood sample and confirm your participation in the program. The process is simple and convenient, requiring no prior appointment and no doctor’s consultation.

You can also participate in Genome Center campaigns, which are organized throughout the year in public spaces, shopping malls, conferences, and various events.

If you wish to participate as an institution, you can contact the National Genome Center team to arrange a visit to your organization’s premises, where the genome team will organize a special campaign for your institution.

To request an institutional campaign, please contact via email at: , or call:17-282240.

The Bahraini Genome Program campaign welcomes participants aged 18 and above.

For individuals under 18 years old, participation is allowed with parental consent, and the father must register the child through the eGovernment portal using the Smart Key.

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Bahrain Genome Brochure

2.5 MB, 2 pages

2026

This brochure introduces the Bahrain National Genome Centre, explaining participation guidelines, biobank sample storage, and benefits for disease prevention.

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