genetic counseling; The first step is prevention
Many diseases and disorders can be genetic or hereditary in origin and passed from one generation to another. If there is a history of genetic diseases in your family, or if you are concerned about the health of your future child, genetic counseling can help you accurately identify risk factors and make an informed decision.
Genetic counseling is the first step to investigate the possibility of contracting or transmitting hereditary diseases. In this process, family history, medical conditions and results of genetic tests are reviewed by the specialist so that, if needed, the most suitable tests and diagnostic or preventive measures are suggested.
Today, with the advancement of genetic technologies and the development of molecular tests, it is possible to diagnose many genetic diseases, chromosomal disorders, and examine the health of the fetus before birth. The use of genetic counseling services, in addition to helping with early diagnosis, plays an important role in preventing the transmission of hereditary diseases, planning for a healthy pregnancy, and choosing the best course of treatment and care.
What is genetic counseling?
Genetic counseling is a branch of medical genetics and genetic counseling examines the occurrence of genetic diseases in people. In simple words, it can be said that with genetic counseling and related tests, the probability of transmission of hereditary diseases that babies are at risk of will be identified.
Who needs genetic counseling?
Individuals or families who are concerned about contracting or passing on hereditary diseases can receive genetic counseling to review possible risks and make an informed decision about genetic testing and preventive measures. Reasons a person may be referred to a genetic counselor, geneticist, or other genetics specialist include:
Family genetic history
Genetic counseling before pregnancy
Repeated miscarriage or stillbirth
Infertility and sexual disorders
Congenital and developmental abnormalities
Hereditary and family cancers
Family marriage and pre-marriage
Metabolic and molecular diseases
Genetic counseling at Dr. Beski Hospital
Genetics laboratory of Dr. Beski hospital with the use of specialized equipment and experienced staff, services Genetic counseling and offers specialized genetic tests to clients. In this center, by examining individual and family records, the probability of occurrence or transmission of genetic diseases is evaluated and, if needed, the most appropriate diagnostic tests are suggested for each person.
Genetic counseling services at Dr. Beski hospital in person and over the phone in the fields of Genetic counseling before marriage, before pregnancy, during pregnancy, hereditary diseases, hereditary cancers and other genetic disorders is provided. This service helps individuals and families to make more informed decisions to protect their health and the future generation.