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genetic counseling

–noun

the counseling of individuals with established or potential genetic problems, concerned with inheritance patterns and risks to future offspring.

[Origin: 1965–70

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genetic counseling
n. The counseling of individuals, and of prospective parents regarding their offspring, on the probabilities, dangers, diagnosis, and treatment of inherited diseases.

genetic counselor n.

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genetic counseling
noun
guidance for prospective parents on the likelihood of genetic disorders in their future children

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genetic counseling
The counseling of individuals, especially prospective parents with respect to their offspring, about the statistical probabilities of inheriting genetic diseases and the nature, diagnosis, and treatment of such diseases.

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genetic counseling

The practice of counseling a person about the results of genetic testing so that the results are accurately understood. The person being counseled may then make a more informed decision about any actions to be taken.

[Chapter:] Medicine and Health

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genetic counseling n.
The counseling of prospective parents on the probabilities and dangers of inherited diseases occurring in their offspring and on the diagnosis and treatment of such diseases.

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Main Entry: genetic counseling
Function: noun
: guidance provided by a medical professional typically to individuals with an increased risk of having offspring with aspecific genetic disorder and that includes providing information and advice concerning the probability of producing offspring with the disorder, prenatal diagnostic tests, and available treatments

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