Which Type of Genetic Tests in Clinical Practice Are Most

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which type of genetic tests in clinical practice are most often offered to clients with a family history of disease?

• A) Single-gene disorders
• B) Carrier screening
• C) Predictive value testing
• D) Pre-dispositional testing

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