Genetic Testing and Screening of Children:What are the pros and cons of knowing that one is a carrier for an autosomal condition?

Genetic Testing & Screening of Children Every year, approximately 4 million children undergo genetic testing as part of newborn screening. This is the most common form of genetic testing in the entire population. Other children undergo genetic testing as part of a diagnostic workup for clinical problems (from progressive muscle weakness to developmental delays) or … Read more