Do Now 1.Write a sentence using the 7 words from below. 2.Downs, nondisjunction, common, extra chromosome, flat face, no cure, genetic disorder

Announcements Quiz on Friday Culminating test a week from today!

Agenda Sage/Scribe Huntington’s and Down Syndrome Intro to genetic counseling project

Sage/Scribe Sage/Scribe: One person begins as the Sage. The Sage’s role is to read the passage until the line that says “Stop Sage/Scribe” While the Sage is reading, the scribe is listening and following along. When you hit the “Stop Sage/Scribe” line the Sage reads and answers the question. The Scribe must write EXACTLY WHAT THE SAGE SAYS! Even if their answer is incorrect. Once the question is answered, you switch roles.

Intro to Genetic Counseling Project yumGp00 yumGp00 While we’re watching think about how technology can change your future children. Would you want this for your child?

Intro to Genetic Counseling Project We’re going to take on the role of an assistant to a genetic counselor. Beginning tomorrow, you are going to be creating an information pamphlet about a particular genetic disorder that may be detected through genetic testing.

Intro to Genetic Counseling Project Huntington’s Disease Tay-Sachs Disease Cystic Fibrosis Down’s Syndrome Hemophilia

Intro to Genetic Counseling Project How is this disorder inherited? What are the symptoms of the disorder? What are the current treatments for this disorder? Is there help available for families with this disorder? Who should have the test done? What is the procedure for the test? What exactly do the test results mean? Does the test indicate probabilities or certainties of having offspring with this disorder?