GENETIC COUNSELING: Dictionary Entry and Meaning

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  counseling to advise prospective parents on the likelihood of genetic disorders in their future children
	See Also:		counsel, counseling, counselling, direction, guidance
Medical Dictionary
	Definition:		A communication process between a specially trained health professional and a person concerned about the genetic risk of disease. The person's family and personal medical history may be discussed, and counseling may lead to genetic testing.
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		The genetic testing of couples who are planning to be parents in which their genomes are evaluated and they are given advice/information from a specialist regarding the likelihood of them having children with genetic diseases or defects.
Glossary
	Definition:		Provides patients and their families with education and information about genetic-related conditions and helps them make informed decisions.