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Prenatal genetic testing is currently carried out to diagnose genetic diseases such as sickle-cell anemia; however, whole genome sequencing, in which all of the fetus’ genes would be analyzed, is likely to become standard practice at some point in the future. What are the risks and benefits of using this technology prenatally?