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Assignment 1: A Case Study Of Genetic Testing Of Children

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A study was conducted to compare and contrast two recommendations provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP) and American College of Medical Genetics(ACMG) about genetic testing of children. AAP advised that genetic testing should not be done to children during childhood for diseases that occur in adulthood. ACMG identified 56 genes that can have pathogenic mutations and advised that children be tested for possible diseases that may occur in adulthood.
The two recommendations were based on three factors: Nature of the test, whose interest is to be taken into account, and weighing risks and benefits. AAP suggested that genetic testing should not be done if the child is going to be harmed in the process; whereas ACMG suggested that testing can be done if the family has been informed and understands about potential harm that may occur with testing. …show more content…

AAP identifies the major risk associated with genetic testing is, children may receive different treatment from the parents, after they discover the child has a genetic disorder; whereas ACMG advises the major benefit associated genetic testing is, it helps both the parent and child make informed decisions about the child’s

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