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. 2008 Jun;10(6):457-60.
doi: 10.1097/GIM.0b013e318176fabb.

Statement on guidance for genetic counseling in advanced paternal age

Helga V Toriello  1 , Jeanne M Meck; Professional Practice and Guidelines Committee
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Statement on guidance for genetic counseling in advanced paternal age

Helga V Toriello et al. Genet Med. 2008 Jun.

Abstract

In 1996, a practice guideline on genetic counseling for advanced paternal age was published. The current document updates the state of knowledge of advanced paternal age effects on single gene mutations, chromosome anomalies, and complex traits.

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