Most Couples Do Not Undergo Genetic Testing for Each Pregnancy

question 37

Multiple Choice

Most couples do not undergo genetic testing for each pregnancy because

• A) each testing increases the risk of a genetic problem for the next pregnancy.
• B) some religions prohibit genetic testing in most cases.
• C) the risk of having a child with a genetic disorder is so low (3%) that testing is not warranted.
• D) there are not yet enough genetic disorders that we can detect with these tests.

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