What Does A Genetic Counsellor Do?

Genetic technology is advancing quickly, and the information in our DNA will continue to grow more important to promoting human health and wellbeing in the decades to come. Genetic counsellors help people to understand the implications of the information locked in their genes. Counsellors can provide guidance on which genetic tests may be appropriate, and, once test results are in, they help the subject understand the meaning of the results. In this episode, Medcan genetic counsellors demystify some of the most common questions involving genetics and wellness, such as, what's the difference between clinical and consumer-grade genetic testing? Featuring Medcan director of clinical innovation Allison Hazell, clinical director of genetics Jessica Gu and genetic counsellor Justin Lorentz. Check out the episode webpage for links and more info.