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Genetic counselling and carrier screening

Carrier screening estimates the chance of passing on selected inherited conditions and is distinct from fetal screening or diagnostic testing.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Ask which conditions are included, residual risk after a negative result, what a positive result means for each biological parent and what diagnostic or reproductive options are available without pressure.

What changes the answer

  • Whether this is screening, diagnosis, monitoring, treatment or birth planning
  • Pregnancy week, previous results and what the result could change
  • Benefits, limits, alternatives, follow-up and the time available to decide

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When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.