Abstract
The genetic testing and genetic screening of children are commonplace. Decisions about whether to offer genetic testing and screening should be driven by the best interest of the child. The growing literature on the psychosocial and clinical effects of such testing and screening can help inform best practices. This policy statement represents recommendations developed collaboratively by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics with respect to many of the scenarios in which genetic testing and screening can occur.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 620-622 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Pediatrics |
Volume | 131 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Carrier identification
- Disclosure
- Genetic screening
- Genetic testing
- Newborn screening
- Predictive testing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health