O conselheiro genético
Example: O conselheiro genético explicou os riscos hereditários para a família.
Definition
"O conselheiro genético" refers to a healthcare professional who provides information and support to individuals or families about genetic conditions, risks, and inheritance patterns, helping them make informed medical and personal decisions.
Etymology
The term "o conselheiro genético" comes from Portuguese, where "conselheiro" means advisor or counselor, and "genético" relates to genetics. It literally translates to 'the genetic counselor,' describing a specialist who advises on genetic matters.
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the genetic counselor