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Misinterpreting the results: patient misconceptions about genetic cancer risk after obstetrical carrier screening.
Familial cancer - 18 Feb 2026
Raghunandan Alex, Iyer Sonali, Dioun Shayan, Scholl Jessica, Kalish Robin B, Primiano Michelle, Ozarowski Amanda Laterza, Sharaf Ravi N, Frey Melissa K
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Obstetric carrier screening (OCS) is recommended for all individuals during pregnancy by leading professional societies. However, patient understanding of the scope and limitations of OCS remains poorly characterized, especially with regards to inclusion of cancer-related genes on OCS panels. This quality improvement initiative evaluated pregnant patients' knowledge of their OCS results. We contacted 100 pregnant...
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