Carrier testing

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 - Carrier testing is a type of genetic testing that is used to determine if a person is a carrier for specific autosomal recessive diseases. This kind of testing is used most often by couples who are considering becoming pregnant to determine the risks of their child inheriting one of these genetic disorders. [[Category:Uncategorized

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