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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Genetic counseling is a communication process, conducted by one (1) or more appropriately trained individuals, that includes:
(1) Estimating the likelihood of occurrence or recurrence of any potentially inherited or genetically influenced condition. This assessment may involve:
(A) Obtaining and analyzing a complete health history of the person and family;
(B) Reviewing pertinent medical records;
(C) Evaluating the risks from exposure to possible mutagens or teratogens; and
(D) Recommending genetic testing or other evaluations to assist in the diagnosis of a condition or determine the carrier status of one (1) or more family members;
(2) Helping the individual, family, health care provider or public to:
(A) Appreciate the medical, psychological and social implications of a disorder, including its features, variability, usual course and management options;
(B) Learn how genetic factors contribute to the disorder and affect the chance for recurrence of the condition in other family members;
(C) Understand available options for coping with, preventing, or reducing the chance of occurrence or recurrence of a condition;
(D) Select the most appropriate, accurate and cost-effective methods of diagnosis; and
(E) Understand genetic tests, including, but not limited to, diagnostic genetic tests, screening tests or predispositional genetic tests, coordinate testing for inherited disorders and interpret complex genetic test results;
(3) Facilitating an individual's or family's:
(A) Exploration of the perception of risk and burden associated with a genetic disorder;
(B) Decision making regarding testing or medical interventions consistent with their beliefs, goals, needs, resources, culture and ethical/moral views; and
(C) Adjustment and adaptation to the condition or their genetic risk by addressing needs for psychological, social and medical support.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Tennessee Code Title 63. Professions of the Healing Arts § 63-6-803 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tn/title-63-professions-of-the-healing-arts/tn-code-sect-63-6-803/
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