Under What Circumstances Might a Couple Consult with a Genetic

question 40

Multiple Choice

Under what circumstances might a couple consult with a genetic counselor?

• A) If the woman will be over 35 years of age at the time of birth
• B) Couples who are first cousins or other blood relatives
• C) Couples who come from ethnic groups in which certain types of genetic defects are more common
• D) Couples who have already had a child with a genetic disorder
• E) All of these are possible reasons to consult with a genetic counselor.

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