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genetic counseling
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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.
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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Noun1.genetic counseling - guidance for prospective parents on the likelihood of genetic disorders in their future children
counseling, counselling, guidance, counsel, direction - something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
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Regular testing can help ensure you get an early diagnosis and the best possible treatment - and referral to a genetic counsellor can help prevent you unwittingly passing on a condition to your kids.
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