Question

Which of the following best explains the role of a genetic counselor? to order specific medical tests and prescribe medications to give clients information and recommend a course of action to develop family pedigrees and inform clients of possible options to provide psychological support and interpret the results of tests

Answer 1

The right option is; to develop family pedigrees and inform clients of possible options.

Genetic counselors are trained specialists and part of the health care system that determine possible risk factors of hereditary disorders in patients. They function by analyzing patient histories (pedigree), providing genetic testing and diagnosis, performing genetic risk calculations, counseling and educating patients and their families about potential health risks and available options.