Which of the following is considered an ethical obligation of providers when offering genetic testing and counseling?
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Correct answer: Providing nondirective counseling and protecting confidentiality
Ethical standards require nondirective counseling (not imposing values) and maintaining confidentiality of genetic information — because results affect not only the tested individual but also their relatives.
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