Today, More Than 1200 Genetic Tests Are Available to Doctors

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Essay

Today, more than 1200 genetic tests are available to doctors and patients for use in diagnosis and treatment of health conditions, and more will become available in the near future. Genetic testing is becoming more common in medical practice, and genetic testing is expected to become commonplace. Explain the complications that are associated with genetic testing and why specialized genetic counselors are needed in medical practice.

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Definitions:

C+ I

An economic term representing total consumption (C) and investment (I) in an economy, key components of the gross domestic product (GDP).

Disposable Income

The amount of money that households or individuals have available for spending and saving after income taxes have been accounted for.

Disposable Income

Available financial resources for households to save and spend, post-income tax deductions.

Corporations

Legal entities separated from their owners, which can own property, borrow money, sue or be sued, and enter into contracts.