What to expect from Genetic Evaluation and Counseling

This is a link to an article on what you can expect when referred to a Genetic Counselor within the limits outlined in the following disclaimer from the article. The material is somewhat dated (1997), and reflects the need for "educating" and "raising awareness" among genetic counseling professional groups that hopefully, our efforts in developing and publishing more materials (including the book in prepartion) will have some impact on through presentations at their professional meetings and in their publications.

CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF GENETIC EVALUATION AND GENETIC COUNSELING
Individual with Trisomy 18 or chromosomes pending
Date: 5/2/97*

Disclaimer

The "Critical Element of Genetic Evaluation and Genetic Counseling" was written and approved by genetic professionals and perinatologists within the state of Washington. The document is to act as an aid to medical geneticists, genetic counselors, and perinatologists who practice within our state. This Critical Element of Genetic Evaluation and Genetic Counseling does not define the applicable standard of care, nor is it intended to dictate an exclusive course for the diagnosis, counseling, treatment or management of genetic conditions or birth defects. The authors acknowledge that appropriate clinical practices may vary depending upon a number of factors including, among others, the needs and choices of the individual patient, the resources available, and limitations unique to the particular institution or type of practice.

Critical Element of Genetic Evaluation and Genetic Counseling