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  1. Can changes in the number of chromosomes affect health and development?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... complete extra sets of chromosomes. Cells with one additional set of chromosomes, for a total of 69 chromosomes, are called triploid . Cells with two additional sets of chromosomes, for a total of 92 ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../chromosomalconditions - Genetics
  2. What are secondary findings from genetic testing?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... an unexpected potential health problem may lead to additional health costs and stress for individuals and their families. On the basis of secondary findings, additional testing to confirm results, ongoing screening tests, or ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/secondaryfindings - Genetics
  3. How is direct-to-consumer genetic testing done?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... or ancestry. At some companies, you can request additional explanation from a genetic counselor or other healthcare provider. This additional service may or may not involve an extra ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../dtcgenetictesting/dtcprocess - Genetics
  4. How much does direct-to-consumer genetic testing cost, and is it covered by health insurance?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... in others, it can be added for an additional fee. Before you proceed with testing, make sure ... your healthcare provider and he or she recommends additional testing or management, that follow-up care may ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/dtcgenetictesting/dtccost - Genetics
  5. Do all gene variants affect health and development?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... about the effects of variants becomes known through additional scientific research. Richards S, Aziz N, Bale S, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../mutationsanddisorders/neutralmutations - Genetics
  6. How is genetic testing done?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... is positive. If the test result is positive, additional testing is needed to determine whether the baby ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/procedure - Genetics
  7. How can I be sure a genetic test is valid and useful?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... person's medical care. Additionally, states may require additional information on clinical validity for laboratory tests performed ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/validtest - Genetics
  8. What are the risks and limitations of genetic testing?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... concern. (Refer to What is genetic discrimination? for additional information.) Genetic testing can provide only limited information ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/riskslimitations - Genetics
  9. How are genetic screening tests different from genetic diagnostic tests?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... can help guide next steps, such as whether additional, diagnostic testing is needed. Genetic diagnostic tests are ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/differenttests - Genetics
  10. What is noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and what disorders can it screen for?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... varies by disorder. NIPT may include screening for additional chromosomal disorders that are caused by missing (deleted) ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/nipt - Genetics
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