Mr.and Mrs.Higgins learned that they both carry the gene for phenylketonuria.To learn about the odds of a future child getting the disease and possible prevention, they should participate in:

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Genetic counseling is the best choice for Mr. and Mrs. Higgins to understand the odds of their future child getting phenylketonuria and potential prevention options. Genetic counselors can help them understand inheritance patterns, risk factors, and available testing and treatment options. Neither selective gene removal, preventive surgery, nor hormone therapy are currently effective or ethical options for preventing or treating phenylketonuria.

MrAnd MrsHiggins Learned That They Both Carry the Gene for Phenylketonuria