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What is one indicator that may suggest the need for genetic counseling?
What is one indicator that may suggest the need for genetic counseling?
- Family history of cancer
- Multiple pregnancy losses
- Exposure to radiation
- All of the above (correct)
What is the primary role of a genetic counselor?
What is the primary role of a genetic counselor?
- To conduct genetic testing
- To act as advocates for families affected by genetic disorders (correct)
- To diagnose and treat genetic disorders
- To provide medical treatment for affected individuals
What is genetic screening?
What is genetic screening?
- A technique used to diagnose genetic disorders
- The newest and most sophisticated technique used to test for genetic disorders (correct)
- A type of genetic testing
- A type of medical treatment for genetic disorders
What type of individuals may benefit from genetic counseling?
What type of individuals may benefit from genetic counseling?
What does a genetic counselor review to determine risk?
What does a genetic counselor review to determine risk?
What do genetic counselors help patients understand?
What do genetic counselors help patients understand?
What is a critical component in the estimation of genetic risk?
What is a critical component in the estimation of genetic risk?
In genetic counseling, what is essential for effectively communicating information to consultants?
In genetic counseling, what is essential for effectively communicating information to consultants?
What is the primary aim of genetic treatment?
What is the primary aim of genetic treatment?
Which of the following is a crucial aspect of genetic counseling?
Which of the following is a crucial aspect of genetic counseling?
What is the primary goal of genetic counseling?
What is the primary goal of genetic counseling?
What is a crucial factor in managing genetic disorders?
What is a crucial factor in managing genetic disorders?
What is the primary purpose of pedigree charting in genetic counseling?
What is the primary purpose of pedigree charting in genetic counseling?
What is the term used to describe the estimation of risk in genetic counseling?
What is the term used to describe the estimation of risk in genetic counseling?
What is a significant aspect of a family history that should be recorded in genetic counseling?
What is a significant aspect of a family history that should be recorded in genetic counseling?
What is a common indication for genetic counseling?
What is a common indication for genetic counseling?
What is the primary goal of retrospective genetic counseling?
What is the primary goal of retrospective genetic counseling?
What is a common scenario in which amniocentesis may be performed?
What is a common scenario in which amniocentesis may be performed?
