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Fragile X Syndrome : Prevention

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Genetic counseling may help prospective parents with a family history of Fragile X syndrome. Genetic testing can help determine the level of risk in such a family.
Source:ADAM
Date:June 24, 2007
Neither the fragile X premutation nor mutation is preventable as of 2004. Genetic counseling may help prospective parents with a family history of fragile X.syndrome.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
The pregnancy is continued if the fetus is disease-free.If a genetic defect is found in the fetus, parents who decide to continue the pregnancy may be better prepared to care for the infant by educating themselves about the disease in advance. For...
Source:ADAM
Date:May 11, 2009
Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part II
Genetic counseling aims to facilitate the exchange of information regarding a person''s genetic legacy. It attempts to:.assess the risk of recurrence in the concerned family members and their relatives.provide support groups that will help family m...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Detailed information on when to seek genetic counseling Genetic counseling is a professional assessment of a person's or couples' risk factors regarding their family history and/or a pregnancy. The goal of genetic counseling is not only risk assessment, but also to explain the cause and inheritance of a disorder, the availability of testing, the prognosis, medical management, and treatment. Genetic counseling sessions typically last one hour or longer, depending upon the complexity of the case.Genetic counseling can be provided by a geneticist, a physician with special training and Board Certification in genetics, or by genetic counselors. Genetic counselors have a minimum of a master's degree in genetic counseling or related field, which includes extensive training in human clinical genetics and counseling. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) offers a certification examination for this discipline every three years.
Source:StayWell
Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Genetic counseling is a communication process by which personal genetic risk information is translated into practical information for families. Genetic counselors are health care professionals with specialized training and experience in the areas ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part I
A branch of science that attempts to understand the fundamental biologic makeup of organisms by examining the genetic blueprints in each cell.The nucleus of every cell holds the key to nearly every visible and invisible feature of the human body, ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence
Information about a patient's family history is valuable in assessing the risk of mental illness. Within the field of psychiatry, the importance of genetic counseling is growing, but on its own it cannot provide all the answers.
Source:StayWell
Detailed information on biochemical genetic testing Biochemical genetic testing involves the study of enzymes in the body which may be abnormal in some way. They may be deficient or absent, unstable, or have altered activity which can lead to clinical manifestations in a child (i.e., birth defects). These types of disorders are usually called "inborn errors of metabolism" since they are present a birth and affect how the body's metabolism works. Metabolism is a term which describes how the body converts food to energy, and then gets rid of the waste products.
Source:StayWell
Detailed information on medical history and genetic testing To evaluate a child for birth defects, healthcare providers not only look at a child's newborn screening test results, but also look at the prenatal history of the mother during the pregnancy with the child, the child's neonatal and pediatric history, and the results of any genetic testing the child has had.
Source:StayWell
Detailed information on the uses of genetic testing diagnostic testing Diagnostic testing is used to identify or confirm the diagnosis of a disease or condition in a person or a family. Diagnostic testing gives a "yes" or "no" answer in most cases. It is sometimes helpful in determining the course of a disease and the choice of treatment. Examples of diagnostic testing include chromosome studies, direct DNA studies, and biochemical genetic testing.
Source:StayWell
Determining the correct dosage of warfarin for a heart patient can take several weeks. A company is selling a test that it claims will shorten the process, but there is no evidence yet to support the claim.
Source:StayWell
A genetic test examines the genetic information contained inside a person''s cells, called DNA, to determine if that person has or will develop a certain disease or could pass a disease to his or her offspring. Genetic tests also determine whether ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
A genetic test examines the genetic information contained inside a person''s cells, called DNA, to determine if that person has or will develop a certain disease or could pass a disease to his or her offspring. Genetic tests also determine whether ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part II
A genetic test examines the genetic information contained inside a person''s cells, called DNA, to determine if that person has or will develop a certain disease or could pass a disease to his or her offspring. Genetic tests also determine whether ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part I
Genetic testing is a process which involves examining individuals'' genetic material for the presence of a change that indicates why they may have developed a disease or disorder. Genetic testing may also tell patients if they are at increased risk...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
A genetic test examines the genetic information contained inside a person''s cells, called DNA, to determine if that person has or will develop a certain disease or could transmit a disease to a child. Genetic tests also determine whether or not co...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Certain inherited genetic conditions increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, so having a genetic test may show whether a person is at risk for heart disease, especially if a family member has one of the conditions.
Source:StayWell
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