What happens when Margaret is referred to the genetic clinic?
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Image of questionnaire: before she attends the clinic, Margaret is asked to complete a questionnaire with details of her family members, including those in her family with a family condition. It includes:
- names
- dates of birth
- medical problems & diagnoses
- age at which they died
- where they live or lived
- any symptoms they have
- results of any screening they have had
This allows a picture of Margaret’s family to be developed.
Image of question mark: Margaret is encouraged to ask any questions/express any concerns.
Image of plane: implications for travel/life insurance may be discussed. (BHF advice)
Image of food: lifestyle issues such as diet, exercise, smoking etc. may be discussed. (https://www.chss.org.uk/heart-information-and-support/how-we-can-help/living-heart-condition/)
Image of blood sample: Margaret may be asked to give a blood sample for genetic testing.
Image of ECG machine: Further screening test may be carried out on Margaret, for example, ECG.
Image of information leaflet: Margaret is given appropriate information leaflets.
Image of letter: After her appointment, Margaret is sent a follow up letter and a further appointment is arranged.
