A client comes to the clinic and asks for a test to determine the possibility of developing Huntington's disease (HD). Which preparation does the nurse make to fulfill the request?

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Huntington's disease (HD) is a genetic disorder caused by a specific mutation in the HTT gene. The most common method to determine the risk or presence of HD involves genetic testing, which typically requires a blood sample to analyze DNA for the specific genetic mutation associated with the disease.

A Client Comes to the Clinic and Asks for a Test