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Genetic risk assessment is potentially an important role for GPs but should be specified
Knowledge and ability
Lack of knowledge about assessing genetic risk
Lack of confidence in ability to interpret genetic test results and explain them to patients
Lack of skills in taking appropriate family history, and knowledge about guidelines and services
Impact on patient
Lack of confidence in discussing benefits, risks, and limitations of genetic testing (particularly unnecessary anxiety, legal repercussions, ethical implications)