The session after the screening allows the individual to hear an explanation of the results and what they mean. They are also given a list of options. In the case of testing positive for a defective g ene either BRCA1 or BRCA2, one would be faced with two options. Public Opinion Public opinion about genetic screening varies for several reasons. People are either informed or not informed about genetic screening.
Uninformed people tend to misinterpret the screenings.
People have also been exposed to unorganized genetic screenin g programs. The following two situations show how public opinion varies depending on how the programs were handled. The first situation involved an unorganized genetic screening program for sickle cell anemia. Initial public support of sickle cell anemia screening was strong. The people were well informed about the screening and what the results meant.