Gerard is a genetic counselor. Which statement should he make to a couple that has a child with cystic fibrosis and is considering another pregnancy?
A) "The odds of your next child having the disease are 1 in 4."
B) "The odds of your next child having the disease are 1 in 2."
C) "With your family history, you should definitely terminate this pregnancy."
D) "Don't worry about your odds. Today cystic fibrosis is easily controlled with medication."
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