Genetic Counseling

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When is genetic counseling usually initiated?

When a couple is planning to conceive
After the birth of a child with a genetic disorder
During the postnatal period
After a diagnosis of the condition is made (correct)

What tool is used to construct a family pedigree?

DNA testing
Physical examination
Computer program or by hand (correct)
Biochemical test

What is the primary goal of a genetic counselor?

To prescribe medication for genetic disorders
To provide prenatal care
To perform genetic testing
To help families interpret genetic risks and reproductive options (correct)

Who is certified in genetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics or the American Board of Genetic Counseling?

Genetic counselors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of constructing a family pedigree?

To calculate the probability of transmitting a condition to future generations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the services provided by a genetic counselor?

Prenatal diagnosis, artificial insemination, and in vitro fertilization (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of presymptomatic testing for autosomal dominant forms of breast cancer?

Closer surveillance and early detection of tumors (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of heterozygote screening?

To identify carriers of recessive disease-causing alleles (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following genetic disorders is an autosomal dominant disease?

Huntington disease (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Newborn Screening?

To detect a range of genetic disorders soon after birth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of genetic counseling?

To provide information and support to patients and families (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of genetic testing?

Post-symptomatic testing (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is Tay-Sachs Disease an example of?

A recessive disease used in heterozygote screening (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common reason for seeking genetic counseling?

A person knows of a genetic disease in the family (B) Signup and view all the answers

At what age do many experts suggest a prospective mother with no other risk factor should seek genetic counseling?

35 years old (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is typically involved in a genetic counseling team?

A team of counselors, physicians, medical geneticists, and laboratory personnel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of genetic counseling that helps patients and families cope with the disorder?

Helping patients and families cope with the psychological and physical stress (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common reason for seeking genetic counseling?

A person has a family history of a non-genetic disease (B) Signup and view all the answers