Let's say a couple, Priya and Rohan, want to understand their risk of passing a genetic condition to their child.

1. **Initial Consultation:** Priya and Rohan meet a genetic counsellor. They share their family health history, including any relatives with genetic conditions. The counsellor draws a 'pedigree chart' (family tree) to track patterns.
---2. **Information Gathering:** The counsellor asks about their ethnic background, previous pregnancies, and any concerns they have. They might discuss if either Priya or Rohan has been diagnosed with a genetic condition themselves.
---3. **Risk Assessment:** Based on the family history, the counsellor calculates the probability (like a percentage chance) of their child inheriting a specific genetic condition. For example, if both are carriers for a recessive gene, there's a 25% chance for each child.
---4. **Discussion of Options:** The counsellor explains different genetic tests available (like blood tests or prenatal tests during pregnancy), what each test can tell them, and their accuracy. They also discuss the pros and cons of each option.
---5. **Counselling and Support:** Priya and Rohan discuss their feelings and concerns. The counsellor provides emotional support and helps them understand complex medical information in simple language, without telling them what to do.
---6. **Decision Making:** Based on the information, Priya and Rohan make an informed decision about whether to proceed with testing or how to manage potential risks. The counsellor respects their choices.
---7. **Resource Provision:** The counsellor provides information about support groups, medical specialists, and other resources relevant to their situation.

**Outcome:** Priya and Rohan now have a clear understanding of their genetic risks and have made a personal decision about their next steps, feeling supported and informed.