Genetic Screening (procedure)

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MSH: Searching a population or individuals for persons possessing any of a set of certain gene mutations, genotypes, or karyotypes that: (1) are already associated with disease or predispose to disease; (2) may lead to disease in their descendants; or (3) produce other variations not known to be associated with disease. Genetic screening may be directed toward identifying phenotypic expression of genetic traits. It includes prenatal genetic screening.,CSP: examining a population for certain genotypes, phenotypes or karyotypes; may be associated with disease or predisposition to disease.,NCI: Genetic testing designed to identify individuals in a given population who are at higher risk of having or developing a particular disorder, or carrying a gene for a particular disorder.,NCI: Testing to determine if there is a predisposition or indication of a possible genetic or a chromosomal abnormality.

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