Table 1 Predictive testing for Huntington's disease
From: A Counselling Model for BRCA1/2 Genetic Susceptibility Testing
Session one |
   - Sociodemographic details |
   - Confirmation of family and clinical data |
   - Assessment of impact of HD and test results |
   - Assessment of knowledge of HD and presymptomatic testing |
   - Reasons for requesting prediction |
   - Neurological examination* |
Session two |
   - Assessment of psychological, personality and social resources (using standardized instruments*) |
   - Further counselling and discussion on disclosure session |
   - Nomination of professional support |
   - Signing of consent form |
   - Final blood sample |
Session three |
   - Disclosure of test results |
Formal follow-up |
   - 2 days-1 week (telephone) |
   - 3 months |
   - 12 months |