Question

How do people test for genetic disorders?

Answer 1

Genetic disorder:

1. A genetic disorder is a disease inherited by a child from his/her parents.
2. It occurs due to a mutation in the DNA sequence which leads to abnormality in the DNA.
3. These genetic disorders can be detected using the following tests:

1. Presymptomatic genetic testing
2. Predictive genetic testing
3. Prenatal testing
4. Newborn screening
5. Carrier testing