Making sense of your genes a guide to genetic counselling

The goal of genetic counseling is to help you learn more about the causes of genetic conditions and how they affect you. Genetic counselors can: Review your family and medical histories; Explain how genetic conditions are passed down through families; Figure out if you or your family members are at...

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Corporate Authors: National Society of Genetic Counselors (U.S.), Genetic Alliance
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Washington, DC Genetic Alliance 2008, 2008
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Collection: National Center for Biotechnology Information - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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520 |a The goal of genetic counseling is to help you learn more about the causes of genetic conditions and how they affect you. Genetic counselors can: Review your family and medical histories; Explain how genetic conditions are passed down through families; Figure out if you or your family members are at risk for disease; Find and give you information about genetic conditions; Offer guidance to help you make informed choices or life plans; Provide information about testing options and help you decide what is best for you and your family; Help you find referrals to medical specialists, advocacy and support networks, and other resources