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… ​Genetic Screening … Genetic screening is the process of testing a population for a …
Educational Resources
Non-directiveness refers to the nature of the genetic counseling process.
… to the nature of the genetic counseling process. … Carrier Screening, Birth Defect, Genetic Screening, Genetic Testing, Family Health History, Newborn Screening, Genetic Counseling …  … Non-directiveness …
For Patients and Families
​Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments.
… gene changes that could be passed on to children Screen newborn babies for certain treatable conditions Genetic test … to help identify fetuses that have certain diseases. Newborn screening is used to test babies one or two days after birth …
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Fraternal twins are also dizygotic twins.
… dizygotic twins. … Genes, Twins, Family Health History, Newborn Screening … Fraternal twins (also called dizygotic twins) …
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Congenital conditions are those present from birth.
… present from birth. … Birth Defects, Genetic Mutation, Newborn Screening, Genetics, Pregnancy … Congenital refers to a …
Staff
Joy Boyer was a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society.
… and programs, particularly initiatives focused on newborn and prenatal genetic screening. Currently, Joy focuses on ELSI Research Program … social policy, ethical legal and social implications, newborn screening … Joy Boyer was a program director in …
Educational Resources
Genomic variation refers to diversity in gene frequencies.
… … Genetic Variation, Genetic Testing, Genetic Counselor, Newborn Screening, Family Health History … Genomic variation refers …
Educational Resources
Genetic testing is the use of a laboratory test to look for genetic variations associated with a disease.
… … Genetic Variation, Genetic Testing, Genetic Counselor, Newborn Screening, Family Health History … Genetic testing is the use …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program addresses the growing need for genetic counseling services.
… Counseling, Johns Hopkins University, Genetic Training, Newborn Screening, Genetic Testing … The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling …
Careers and Training
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genetic Counseling Training Program.
… Counseling, Johns Hopkins University, Genetic Training, Newborn Screening, Genetic Testing … Frequently Asked Questions about …