What Types of Genetic Tests Are Commonly Encountered?
There are several types of genetic tests that nurses may encounter:
Diagnostic testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic condition. Carrier testing: Identifies individuals who carry a gene mutation that could be passed to their children. Prenatal testing: Detects genetic abnormalities in a fetus. Newborn screening: Tests newborns for certain genetic disorders that can be treated early in life. Predictive and pre-symptomatic testing: Identifies the risk of developing genetic conditions later in life.
