Ethical Dilemmas in Genetics and Genetic Counseling: Principles through Case Scenarios
Janice Berliner
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Paperback. Editor(s): Berliner, Janice L. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MFN; MQU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 146 x 15. Weight in Grams: 262.
Knowledge of the genetic basis of human diseases is growing rapidly, with important implications for pre-conceptional, prenatal, and predictive testing. While new genetic testing offers better insight into the causes of and susceptibility for heritable diseases, not all inherited diseases that can be predicted on the basis of genetic information can be treated or cured. Should we test everyone who wants to know his or her genetic status, even when there are no possibilities for treatment? What is the role of the "right-not-to-know?" Do we test children for adult onset disorders because the parents just "have to know" or do ... Read more
Knowledge of the genetic basis of human diseases is growing rapidly, with important implications for pre-conceptional, prenatal, and predictive testing. While new genetic testing offers better insight into the causes of and susceptibility for heritable diseases, not all inherited diseases that can be predicted on the basis of genetic information can be treated or cured. Should we test everyone who wants to know his or her genetic status, even when there are no possibilities for treatment? What is the role of the "right-not-to-know?" Do we test children for adult onset disorders because the parents just "have to know" or do ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
261g
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780199944897
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V9780199944897
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About Janice Berliner
Janice Berliner, MS, CGC, is a Board-Certified Genetic Counselor and Senior Genetic Counselor at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She has served on numerous committees as well as the Board of Directors of the National Society of Genetic Counselors and the American Board of Genetic Counseling.
Reviews for Ethical Dilemmas in Genetics and Genetic Counseling: Principles through Case Scenarios
This collection of essays is sure to be a welcome addition to the library of anyone interested in genetics and genetics counselling.
Lauren L Baker, BA (Saint Louis University), Doody's Notes
Lauren L Baker, BA (Saint Louis University), Doody's Notes