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How can genetic testing assist expecting parents?
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Allay fears: Many couples approach pregnancy with some concern if a friend or close family member has had an unexpected outcome or a genetic issue runs in the family. Testing varies in accuracy and invasiveness. Couples can be tested for carrier state for some conditions before pregnancy or find out if a fetus carries a fatal combination early in pregnancy.
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