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An essential manual for the future of genetic counselingGenetic counselors possess the important set of skills necessary to face the unique challenges encountered within the laboratory. As the primary liaisons between genetic technologies and patient-facing clinicians, lab counselors must have equal competency in genetic testing protocols, interpretation, and communication of clinical recommendations. Practical Genetic Counseling for the Laboratory is the first book to codify the theory and practice of laboratory genetic counseling in an accessible and comprehensive format. With contributions from laboratorians, geneticists, and genetic counselors from more than 30 institutions, it offers a manual of standards and practices that will benefit students and counselors at any career stage. Topical coverage includes:· Interpretation of genetic tests, including those specific to biochemical genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and prenatal screening· Practical guidelines for test utilization, test development, and laboratory case management · Elements for education and training in the laboratory · Counseling skills, including the consideration of ethical dilemmas, nonclinical considerations, including sales and publishing For students in this important sector of the industry or for counselors already working in it, Practical Genetic Counseling for the Laboratory offers readers a standardized approach to a dynamic subject matter that will help shape the field's future.

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Author:   McKinsey L. Goodenberger (Genetic Counselor, Genetic Counselor, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic) ,  Brittany C. Thomas (Genetic Counselor Supervisor, Genetic Counselor Supervisor, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic) ,  Teresa Kruisselbrink (Genetic Counselor Supervisor, Genetic Counselor Supervisor, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic, Center for Individualized Medicine)
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Inc
Imprint:   Oxford University Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.567kg
ISBN:  

9780190604929

ISBN 10:   0190604921
Pages:   408
Publication Date:   27 April 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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Table of Contents

Foreword Introduction 1.Types of Laboratories and Business Relationships 2. Regulation of Laboratory Genetic Testing 3. Laboratory Infrastructure 4. Cytogenetic Technologies and Test Issues 5. Molecular Technologies and Test Issues 6. Biochemical Technologies and Test Issues 7. Prenatal Screening Technologies and Test Issues 8. Genetic Counselor Role in Laboratory Case Management 9. Test Development and Validation 10. Genetic Counselor Role in Hospital Test Utilization 11. Genetic Counselor Role in Sales and Marketing 12. Genetic Counselor Communication and Counseling Skills for the Laboratory 13. Ethical Considerations in the Genetic Testing Laboratory 14. The Laboratory Genetic Counselor as an Educator 15. Genetic Counselor Contributions to Medical Lit erature and Generalizable Knowledge 16. Considering a Laboratory Genetic Counseling Position

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McKinsey L. Goodenberger, MS, CGC, is a Genetic Counselor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Brittany C. Thomas, MS, CGC, is a Genetic Counselor Supervisor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Teresa Kruisselbrink, MS, CGC, is a Genetic Counselor Supervisor at the Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine in Rochester, MN. Together the editors have more than 40 years' experience in genetic counseling.

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