Why Genetic Carrier Screening Isn’t Black and White: Understanding the Nuance with KevinMD (Episode 85)
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Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa discusses the complexities of genetic carrier screening and its implications for couples trying to conceive.
In this insightful episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa expands on her recent KevinMD article, “Why Carrier Screening Results Are Complex,” to unpack what today’s expansive genetic testing really means for individuals and couples trying to conceive. As carrier screening panels grow from a few dozen genes to hundreds, Dr. Famuyiwa explains why results are no longer simply “positive” or “negative”—and why that nuance matters. Drawing from real clinical cases, she breaks down conditions l...
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