The first book to standardize theory and practice for laboratory genetic counseling
Detailed coverage of laboratory technologies in biochemical genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics (including next generation sequencing), and prenatal screening (including cell-free DNA)
Content contextualized around understanding the clinical needs of ordering clinicians, specifics of test analytical value, commonly unappreciated limitations, interpretation methods, specimen processing, and test turn-around-time concerns
Detailed strategies for case management, test utilization in hospital settings, and the sale of genetic tests
Schedules and lesson outlines for training genetic counselors for the laboratory
Overview of laboratory infrastructure, common business relationships, and the various regulatory bodies that oversee clinical laboratories