23andMe
True or False: 23andMe is Genetic Counseling
False, they do genetic testing and can pair you with someone who will do the rest.
What Percentage of babies end up having birth defects
3%
This important discovery by Janssen dates back to the 16th century and has allowed the current state of genetics
The microscope
T or F: There are multiple types of genetic tests
True
If I was looking to find out more about my families health would 23andMe be a good place to do it.
Yes but they have different packages and not all of them include health portion so choosing the right package would be key.
T or F: Genetic Counselors can tell you exactly what genetic disorders your baby will have before becoming pregnant
False
T or F: The cool thing about genetic testing is that it is still developing and there are probably uses that we cannot even imagine at this point
True
Is there a Set price for a Genetic Test
No there is a very wide range in costs varying from low hundreds to low thousands
What would a benefit of taking a genetics test from 23andme be that doesn't only include knowing your genetics
23andMe reports that adults try to be healthier after seeing their results.
Is genetic counseling only for people who are having a kid?
No many people use genetic counseling in order to see what activities or things they may avoid in order to stay healthy
Human Genome Project began in what year
1990
What would a patient need to send in for genetic testing
Could send a variety of things for example blood
Whats a benefit of taking a 23andMe test that includes genetics.
You can see what you may be prone to due to your genetics
What may be a reason to have genetic counseling done
If you are or planning to get pregnant it may be a good idea in order to see what type of genetic conditions they may be at high risk for
FISH stands for
Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization
How Long will the process take
Usually around a month or two
True or False 23andMe gives results that may be difficult to read if you don't have a background in science.
False, they make it as easy as possible for the reader to understand the important details of their genetics
What is the Job of a genetic counselor
A genetic counselor can help patients understand genetic testing results or help patients analyze their families genetic history
T or F: Most developments in Genetic testing occurred long ago and there hasn't been many recent updates
False: a lot of developments in the genetic testing world have occurred in the last 20 years
Are genetic tests required
No they are always voluntary