Question

Genetic counsellor should consult patient's

• A. Medical history
• B. Financial background
• C. Genetic history
• D. Both A and C

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both A and C

Genetic counselling is associated with a prenatal and postnatal diagnosis. Genetic counsellor performs various methods such as amniocentesis, ultrasound and karyotypes to determine the congenital diseases, sex determination and chromosomal abnormalities of the foetus. He discusses family planning with couples and guides them regarding the same. He also discusses medical history and genetic history of patient and risk associated with it in pregnancy.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.