What Should Patients Expect During the Testing Process?
Patients can expect a few key steps: 1. Pre-Test Counseling: Discussing the potential outcomes and implications with a genetic counselor. 2. Sample Collection: Providing a blood, saliva, or tissue sample. 3. Laboratory Analysis: The sample is sent to a lab where DNA sequencing is performed. 4. Post-Test Counseling: Reviewing the results with a healthcare provider to understand their significance and discuss next steps.
