Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008?
To prohibit discrimination based on genetic information
What is the recommended approach for offering genetic testing?
In the context of genetic counseling
Which type of healthcare providers can perform genetic testing?
Clinical geneticists, genetic counselors, or other trained healthcare providers
Study Notes
- Inborn errors of metabolism were the first recognized and treated genetic disorders.
- Metabolic disorders can be screened early through tandem mass spectrometry.
- Lysosomal storage disorders can be treated with enzyme replacement.
- Progress in genetic screening, testing, and treatment has increased the lifespan of children with genetic disorders.
- Genetic testing, diagnosis, and treatment should be confidential to avoid stigma.
- The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 prohibits discrimination based on genetic information.
- Decisions about genetic testing should be based on careful evaluation of potential benefits and risks.
- Genetic testing should be offered in the best interest of the child.
- Genetic testing is best offered in the context of genetic counseling.
- Testing can be performed by clinical geneticists, genetic counselors, or other trained healthcare providers.
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