ALS Learning Series
A conversation with a genetic counselor: Could the ALS in my family be genetic?
January, 31, 2024
Laynie Dratch, ScM CGC
Navigating ALS care can be complicated and filled with many complex decisions, including whether genetic testing is right for you. Join us for a discussion with genetic counselor Laynie Dratch, ScM CGC, as she describes the role of a genetic counselor and addresses common questions about the genetics of ALS-FTD spectrum disorders, the genetic testing process, and more. Laynie welcomes you to come with questions for discussion.
- To learn more about ALS & Genetics visit our guide: https://lesturnerals.org/my-als-decision-tool/
- To learn more about our decision tools visit: https://lesturnerals.org/als-and-genetics/
- To learn more about FTD visit: www.theaftd.org
- To learn more about ALS & FTD visit: www.endthelegacy.org
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