Genetic Counseling and Testing Support
Implementation of prenatal genetic testing can be a daunting task. Ordering and understanding molecular testing in an era of rapidly evolving genomic technologies is often complex and time consuming. Considerations for molecular testing may evolve in the setting of a pregnancy complicated by known family history of a genetic diagnoses or in the presence of an ultrasound abnormality. Given the increasing availability and complexity of genetic testing, it is imperative that providers understand the benefits, limitations, and risks of offering a specific genetic test, as well as the importance of appropriate pre-test and post-test counseling. For a busy practitioner, this is a tall order.
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​It is equally important that patients understand the benefits and limitations of all prenatal screening and diagnostic testing options. Prenatal genetic testing has many benefits, including reassuring patients when results are normal. It is also helpful in identifying disorders for which prenatal treatment may provide benefit and to optimize neonatal outcomes by ensuring the appropriate delivery care. In fact, ACOG is clear on the obligation of providers to comprehensively discuss genetic testing with their patients at the first visit. If practitioners struggle with this, it's easy to see how patients can feel overwhelmed and confused.
Genetic counseling offers a patient centered approach to assist families make informed choices about options for reproductive screening and genetic testing in a rapidly expanding field of prenatal genetics. Our goal is to support you in making the best genetic testing and counseling available to your patients. We can consult primarily, assist with coordination of appropriate testing, or allow you to submit specimens from your office via our accounts, ensuring that all results are reviewed by us in a timely manner. Patients can be contacted directly with results, any concerns, or suggested follow up.
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