§ 25-17.3-2-4 — Genetic counseling

Indiana § 25-17.3-2-4

• Jurisdiction: Indiana
• Title 25: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
• Art. 17.3: GENETIC COUNSELORS
• Ch. 2: Definitions

Text

"Genetic counseling" means the
communication by an individual to estimate, through the following
methods, the likelihood of the occurrence or recurrence of a birth
defect or a potentially inherited or genetically influenced condition:
(1) Obtain and evaluate individual, family, and medical histories
to determine genetic risk for genetic and medical conditions and
diseases in a patient, the patient's children, and other family
members.
(2) Discuss the features, natural history, means of diagnosis,
genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for
genetic and medical conditions and diseases.
(3) Identify, order, and coordinate genetic laboratory tests and
other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment.
(4) Integrate genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic
studies with personal and family medical history to assess and
communicate genetic risk factors.
(5) Explain the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests,
other diagnostic studies, and the results.
(6) Evaluate the client's or family's responses to the condition or
risk of recurrence and provide client centered counseling and
anticipatory guidance.
(7) Identify and use community resources that provide medical,
educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy.
(8) Provide written documentation of medical, genetic, and
counseling information for families and health care professionals.

Legislative History

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35. Amended by P.L.118-2020, SEC.1.