Genetic Counseling
Genetic counseling helps individuals and families understand inherited conditions, testing choices and what results may mean.
Information to bring
Family diagnoses, previous pregnancy results and any genetic reports are useful. A counselor may draw a family history and explain the likelihood of an inherited condition.
Considering tests
Not every concern has a useful genetic test. Discuss possible results, uncertain findings, limitations and how the information may affect care or reproductive decisions.
Making informed choices
Counseling supports your decisions rather than directing them. Depending on the concern, care may involve other specialists and discussion of options before or during pregnancy.
This information supports a discussion with your doctor. Suitability, availability and any specialist referral should be confirmed with the hospital. Individual care plans and outcomes vary.
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