genetic counseling
noun
the counseling of individuals with established or potential genetic problems, concerned with inheritance patterns and risks to future offspring.
Origin of genetic counseling
First recorded in 1965–70
Words nearby genetic counseling
genethlialogy,
genetic,
genetic amplification,
genetic association,
genetic code,
genetic counseling,
genetic counselling,
genetic disease,
genetic disorder,
genetic dominant,
genetic drift
Medical definitions for genetic counseling
genetic counseling
n.
The counseling of prospective parents on the probabilities and dangers of inherited diseases occurring in their offspring and on the diagnosis and treatment of such diseases.
Scientific definitions for genetic counseling
genetic counseling
The counseling of individuals, especially prospective parents with respect to their offspring, about the statistical probabilities of inheriting genetic diseases and the nature, diagnosis, and treatment of such diseases.
Cultural definitions for genetic counseling
genetic counseling
The practice of counseling a person about the results of genetic testing so that the results are accurately understood. The person being counseled may then make a more informed decision about any actions to be taken.