Professional Guidelines

National Society of Genetic Counselors’ Guidelines	Alzheimer's Mirror Services
Consumer-friendly materials are available, developed or reviewed by healthcare professionals with expertise in genetics. They are suitable for people seeking and receiving direct-to-consumer testing services.
Information about the purpose of the test, potential limitations, validity and accuracy, is provided and written in consumer-friendly language.
Test results are presented in a way that is understandable to the average person, with a clear explanation of any clinical implications and resources for appropriate follow-up.
Patients are encouraged to share their medically relevant genetic test results with their healthcare providers and family members who may also be at risk.
Consumers are provided with referrals to healthcare professionals with expertise in genetics, either on staff or independent of the commercial entity, both before and after testing, to assure appropriate medical follow up, including psychological counseling.
The company obtains informed consent for testing, consistent with accepted medical practices and state and local regulations.
Safeguards to protect consumer/patient privacy.
Company policies follow the testing guidelines and position statements of professional organizations (such as the American College of Medical Genetics). These may include guidelines for genetic testing of minors or other potentially vulnerable populations.
Tests are performed by credentialed laboratories (e.g. CLIA certified).

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