Mr and Mrs Peterson
Mr and Mrs Peterson discuss their options for genetic testing.
Please note: Mr and Mrs Peterson are fictional characters invented for teaching purposes, and these clinical scenarios are designed to exemplify teaching points, rather than represent what would occur in the genetics clinic.
Any resemblance to any real individuals is purely coincidental.
Talking point
Whilst you are watching the video, think about the terminology the doctor uses to discuss genetic information with the couple.
Should emotive terms like “mistake” be used, or should the doctor stick to scientific terms, such as “mutation”? What might be the advantages and disadvantages of each approach?
The Genomics Era: the Future of Genetics in Medicine
The Genomics Era: the Future of Genetics in Medicine
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