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GEC-KO on the run: A 2-page, evidence-based summary for healthcare providers. Features a bottom line, red flags to consider genetic consultation or testing, benefits and limitation of genetic testing, resources, references and more. (Updated July 2019)

GEC-KO aims to aid the practicing non-genetics health professional by providing informed opinions regarding genetic/genomic conditions, services and technologies that have been developed in a rigorous and evidence-based manner with periodic updating. The content on the GEC-KO site is for educational purposes only. No resource should be used as a substitute for clinical judgement. GEC-KO assumes no responsibility or liability resulting from the use of information contained herein.

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