The Oxford Handbook of Genetic Counseling by Robin E. Grubs, ... - 9780190069964

The Oxford Handbook of Genetic CounselingAuthor(s): Robin E. Grubs, Emily G. Farrow, Michael J. Deem\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Oxford University Press Inc, United States\nImprint: Oxford University Press Inc\nISBN-13: 9780190069964, 978-0190069964\nSynopsis\nGenetic counseling is one of the fastest growing fields across clinical care, medical research, and health-related industries. This growth is driven by advancements in genetic knowledge, the expansion of genetic tests and sequencing tools, industry demands for new testing modalities, and a public interest in direct-to-consumer genetic testing. \n\nAs the field continues to expand and diversify, The Oxford Handbook of Genetic Counseling is the most comprehensive and authoritative resource designed to meet the demands of a growing workforce. The volume contains thirty-six chapters that cover historic developments, application in clinical practice, research and industry, and genetic and genomic testing. The book also discusses e.