ABSTRACT
As communicators of information from the medical and scientific communities to individuals at risk for genetic disorders, the role of genetic counselors is directly related to the amount of information available. Thus, programs designed to increase either the pool of information or number of individuals seeking information will expand the role of genetic counselors. The Human Genome Project, or Initiative as it is also designated, is one such program. In fact, the Human Genome Project is very likely the single most influential factor that will affect the demand society as a whole places on genetic counseling services. This increased demand will come from both the medical community and the general population.
