Author:
,Fallat Mary E.,Katz Aviva L.,Mercurio Mark R.,Moon Margaret R.,Okun Alexander L.,Webb Sally A.,Weise Kathryn L.,Saul Robert A.,Braddock Stephen R.,Chen Emily,Freedenberg Debra L.,Jones Marilyn C.,Perrin James M.,Tarini Beth Anne,David Karen L.,Bartoshesky Louis E.,Anderson Rebecca R.,Best Robert G.,Hoffman Jodi D.,Ito Masamichi,Lemke Amy A.,Murray Mitzi L.,Sharp Richard R.,Bhambhani Vikas, , , , ,
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.
Publisher
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Subject
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
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