GENETIC COUNSELING

 It is a process of communication and education that addresses concerns relating to the
development and / or transmission of a hereditary disorder.
 An individual who seeks genetic counseling is called consultand and person who gives counseling is
called counselor.
 The steps in genetic counseling are- diagnosis, risk assessment, discussion of options,
communication, long term contact and support.
 During the process,the consultand are advised about
(1) the nature and the results of the disorder
(2) the chances of developing / transmitting the disorder
(3) the options for the management of the disorder so as to prevent , avoid or improve the
outcome of the disorder.
 The counseling should be non-directive approach.

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