A client agrees to have genetic testing for a potential disorder. Which statement should you make so that the client understands the potential issues of having this kind of testing?

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There are no laws preventing insurance rate spikes that may follow genetic
Testing. Insurance companies cannot deny people coverage, but they can raise premiums. A family member may inadvertently learn of a genetic disorder through an inheritance pattern, which is a violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Genetic testing can be very expensive and is not always conclusive. Once a client has a positive diagnosis, it cannot be changed. Diet, exercise, and lifestyle
modifications can do nothing to change one's genome.

A Client Agrees to Have Genetic Testing for a Potential