Genetic counselor opinions of, and experiences with telephone communication of BRCA1/2 test results

摘要: BRCA1/2 test disclosure has, historically, been conducted in-person by genetics professionals. Given increasing demand for, and access to, genetic testing, interest in telephone Internet services, including of results, has increased. Semi-structured interviews with counselors were to determine in, experiences results. Descriptive data are summarized response proportions. One hundred ninety-four completed self-administered surveys via the web. Although 98% had provided results telephone, 77% never pre-test counseling telephone. Genetic reported perceived advantages disadvantages disclosure. Thirty-two percent participants described that made them question this practice. more frequently discomfort a positive result or variant uncertain significance (p < 0.01) than other Overall, 73% Many have disclosure, however, most, infrequently. identify potential recognize for testing patient factors impact outcomes. Further research evaluating on cognitive, affective, social behavioral outcomes alternative models communicating information is warranted.