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… Huntington Disease Genetic Test On this page: What Is Huntington Disease? What … whether you have the changed gene. You may want to have genetic counselling if you are thinking of having the test. Medical geneticists and genetic counsellors are experts who can …
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… Thyroid Screening Recommendations On this page: Overview Related … of medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) may want to have a genetic test. Before having the test, it is a good idea to talk with a genetic counsellor . He or she can help you understand what …
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… Apolipoprotein E-4 Genetic (DNA) Test On this page: Overview Related … When a disease is found in families, the cause could be genetic (heredity), something in the environment, lifestyle … these genes will be passed on. A person who inherits the genetic defect will most likely develop Alzheimer's disease. …
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… Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP) On this page: What Is an Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP)? Health Tools What Is Carrier Screening? Who Should Be Tested? What If You Are a Carrier? …
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Screening for Gestational Diabetes On this page: Overview … high risk for type 2 diabetes should be tested at the first prenatal visit and again between 24 and 28 weeks. footnote 1 … high risk for type 2 diabetes should be tested at the first prenatal visit and again between 24 and 28 weeks. footnote 1 …
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Screening for Weight Problems On this page: Overview Related … or Healthy Eating for Children . Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Obesity … or Healthy Eating for Children . Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Obesity …
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… Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing On this page: Overview About the Test Deciding About Testing Genetic Counselling Overview Alpha-1 antitrypsin … are carefully protected. Learn more Genetic Testing and Screening Citations Chernecky CC, Berger BJ …
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… Cervical Cancer Screening On this page: Overview … of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Cervical cancer screening tests check the cells on the cervix for changes … cell changes could lead to cancer. Most cervical cancer screening programs use Pap tests to screen for cervical …
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… Breast Cancer Screening On this page: Overview … Overview Experts agree that mammograms are the best screening test for people at average risk of breast cancer. … a mammogram. Your doctor can help you find a breast cancer screening program in your area. For people who are at …