Let’s have a look at the complete breakdown of their responsibilities:
· Supports to patient:
The primary responsibility of a genetic counselor is to offer support to patients. In each session, a genetic counselor always asks questions to patients to know about the family medical history. They try to learn about congenital disabilities, genetic disorders, past issues in pregnancy, and disabilities in the academic sector.
· Genetic testing:
Genetic testing helps discover several things that will need patients to make complex and emotional decisions. It’s the responsibility of a genetic counselor to explain every possibility to patients so that they can make the best decision for their future.
When a genetic counselor becomes familiar with the medical history, they can quickly know which genetic test should be done. Genetic testing is a highly complex process involving various examinations for the detection of multiple diseases.
· Research: A genetic counselor also participates in various scientific and psychological studies. The bonds they form with their patients and all insights into the family histories helps them to make some of the best research contributions.
