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Case Study: Genetic Testing and FamilyScenario: %u2022 Patient's genetic test reveals hereditary disease; refuses to inform familyEthical considerations: %u2022 Patient confidentiality %u2022 Duty to warn at-risk individuals %u2022 Potential for preventive measuresAction: %u2022 Encourage patient disclosure, consider legal and ethical guidelines for breach of confidentiality
