Training activity: 7

Details

Discuss with a prospective donor the initial genetic testing required for screening and how commercial ancestral testing changes the understanding of anonymity

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

• The implications of commercial genetic testing for anonymity, personal understanding of own family relationships and awareness of disease risk
• Tests for genetic disease, consent and outcomes
• Requirements for informed consent to genetic testing
• The role of the Genetic Counsellor and Clinical Geneticist in delivery and discussion of adverse results
• Pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) options
• Communication of complex information to non-experts
• Two-way communication to ensure patient awareness

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 4	Outcome Prepare and guide donors and recipients through the sperm donation process.
# 6	Outcome Practice safely in accordance with best practice guidance and regulations.
# 7	Outcome Apply and adapt skills to communicate effectively with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
# 8	Outcome Practice in partnership with the multidisciplinary team and other clinical specialties in the investigation and management of patients referred to andrology services.