title: Psychological implications of advances in genetics--2 prenatal diagnosis.
abstract: Prenatal diagnosis is possible for some single gene disorders. The decision to undergo prenatal testing is often difficult for parents. Psychological support is essential before and after testing. Appropriate genetic counselling before a pregnancy allows the issues to be discussed thoroughly.
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Skirton
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005820:Genetic Testing / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010290:Parents / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011296:Prenatal Diagnosis / Q000523:psychology*; D012944:Social Support