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l MetroPCS 11:56 PM gge.view.usg.edu Interventions: Sorting Out the Options First Step: Genetic Counselor . Counsels couples about their own or their children's risk · of developing genetic disorders .Advice about available treatments . Goal: permit couples to make mutual decision .Genetic Testing Blood test: determines whether a person carries the gene for a genetic disorder Short Essay (Half page) Pros and Cons of Genetic Testing for Huntington Disease c diagnostic test has been developed for Americans with a history of Huntington disease in their families. The identifies which individuals have inherited the defective These individuals will usually begin to show symptoms between the ages of 35 and 45. The symptoms include progressive dementia and loss of body control, irritability depression, and symptoms that mimic "drunkenness such slurred speech, and slowed thought processes. These individuals also exhi bit uncontrolled movements . In a short essay, examine the disadvantages and advantages of conducting these simple blood tests and if you would have the test and why (10 min)Explanation / Answer
The genetic testing is an individual choice, means only people who wants know about their risk of having a particular genetic disease or those that are at risk of developing a specific genetic condition might be tested for a genetic disease.
However, most of the people are not able to predict their risk of genetic diseases because their occurrence is influenced by both the genetic and environmental factors. It is important to conduct the genetic tests and interpret the results by skilled individuals because the results have considerable effect on the client’s psychological health and financial factors. So, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has to put more regulations in place regarding the genetic tests. As not all the individuals with a particular mutation will not suffer from the disease, the prenatal genetic testing may cause unnecessary mental pressure. However, it also helps the parents to take necessary preventive measures to reduce the severity of the symptoms and the requires life style changes needed.
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