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At an adult genetics clinic in Austin, Texas, Liz Livingston, RN, coordinates hereditary screening and diagnostic testing for patients and their families. She has worked in nursing for 22 years, including a background in clinical oncology. She writes about hereditary health conditions for Biology Insights. Livingston guides individuals through the testing process, reviews family medical pedigrees, and helps patients prepare for discussions with genetic counselors.

How Accurate Is Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?
What Causes Webbed Fingers? The Genetics of Syndactyly
What Steps Are Involved in the Genetic Counseling Process?
Is Angelman Syndrome Dominant or Recessive?
How Is Apert Syndrome Inherited?
How to Test for Fragile X Syndrome
If My Sister Is a Fragile X Carrier, Am I?
How Is Triple X Syndrome Diagnosed?
The Pros and Cons of Saliva Collection for Genetic Testing
Is Celiac Disease Genetic or Environmental?
Is Birth Weight Genetic? The Role of Genes and Environment
What Percentage of Alcohol Dependency Is Genetic?
Are Cancer and Diabetes Common Hereditary Diseases?
Is There a Genetic Test for ALS?
Is Down Syndrome an Aneuploidy?
How Bad Is a CHEK2 Mutation for Cancer Risk?
If My Sister Is BRCA Negative, Am I?
Can a Fragile X Carrier Have a Normal Child?
How Is Cat’s Cry Syndrome Inherited?
Is Myostatin-Related Muscle Hypertrophy Dangerous?
What Are the Causes of Marfan Syndrome?
Is ADHD Autosomal or Sex Linked?
Who Does Angelman Syndrome Affect and Why?
Is Trisomy 15 Genetic? Causes and Inheritance
How Is Myotonic Dystrophy Inherited?
What Is the Most Common Genetic Cause of Intellectual Disabilities?
Is There Genetic Testing for ADHD?
What Chromosome Has the Genetic Mutation for Bipolar Disorder?
Can Genetic Testing Detect Twins?
How to Get Genetic Testing for Autism