Yes: Your pcp may not be able to interpret them fully, but if there is something there of concern, he can refer you to a genetic counselor.
Answered 8/2/2016
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Doesn't hurt: Medical care should not take place in a vacuum. To the extent possible, your pcp should be aware of all medical info as it pertains to you so that he/she can make the best decisions possible based on all the information. Plus, your pcp may be able to interpret the info on the pg report for you and your family to see if there are issues that your family needs to consider.
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Relevant - yes: Share them with the doc in advance so they can pre-read. Realize the vast majority of doctors graduated medical school well before the human genome was published, so they may be slow on the uptake. But even better, feel free to call pathway directly and speak with a counselor for free. Also, search out a doctor who is comfortable with the data. Pathway or 23andme can likely point you to docs.
Answered 9/28/2016
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