GENETIC COUNSELING

Genetic counseling is a specialized healthcare service that provides information, guidance, and support to individuals and families affected by genetic conditions, empowering them to make informed health decisions, manage genetic risks, and manage family planning.

Genetic counseling involves risk assessment, education, testing, interpretation, psychosocial support, and reproductive counseling. It involves assessing an individual’s or family’s risk of genetic disorders, providing comprehensive information about inheritance patterns, symptoms, prognosis, and management options. Genetic counselors may recommend genetic testing, explain its benefits and limitations, and help individuals make informed decisions. They also provide psychosocial support, addressing concerns and helping individuals cope with the emotional aspects of genetic testing, diagnosis, and decision-making. They also offer reproductive counseling for individuals considering starting a family and provide ongoing support and referrals.