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GENETIC COUNSELLING INDIA
Genetic Counsellors
Genetic counsellors are professionals trained in medical genetics and counselling to address the educational and emotional needs of patients and their families suffering from a genetic disorder.
The role of a genetic counsellor is summarised below:
Genetic counsellors are trained to communicate complex and difficult-to-comprehend information about hereditary risks, genetic testing, and genetic disorder diagnosis.
They provide referrals and guide individuals to educational services, advocacy/support groups, healthcare professionals, and community or state services.
They identify and support families at risk of a genetic condition, study inheritance patterns, and estimate the probability of incidence in members.
They discuss options available to individuals and family members at risk, and healthcare professionals for early detection, prevention, and management of disorders.
They provide information and guidance to individuals and families at risk, or affected by a genetic disorder.
Subject matter expert: Act as a central resource for information about genetic disorders for physicians, healthcare professionals, patients, and the public at large.
They help families and individuals understand the significance of genetic conditions in relation to cultural, personal, and familial contexts.
Provide information about genetic testing, procedures associated with the testing, test results, and action plan based on these tests.
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