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1. autor: IJMSRT
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Wydane: Zenodo 2025
Dostęp online:https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16420218
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  • <p>Genotype screening plays a pivotal role in <br>the prevention of hereditary disorders, <br>notably sickle cell disease, particularly <br>among adolescents. Early identification of <br>genetic status facilitates informed health, <br>reproductive, and marital decisions. This <br>study investigated the level of knowledge <br>and uptake of genotype screening among <br>Undergraduate Students of Lagos State <br>University of education. A descriptive cross- <br>sectional study design was employed, <br>utilizing a structured, researcher-developed <br>questionnaire divided into five sections. <br>Data were collected from 149 undergraduate <br>students and analyzed using SPSS version <br>26. Results were presented using descriptive <br>statistics, including tables, frequencies, and <br>percentages. Findings indicated that 81.2% <br>of respondents (n=121) were aware of <br>genotype screening, with the school <br>identified as the main source of information. <br>However, <br>65.1% (n=97) erroneously <br>equated genotype screening with blood <br>group <br>testing, <br>reflecting <br>notable <br>misconceptions. The uptake of genotype <br>screening, as reported by 77.2% of <br>respondents, was largely influenced by <br>factors such as family support, peer <br>influence, and access to healthcare services. <br>Chi-square analysis revealed no statistically <br>significant association between age and <br>knowledge level (p > 0.05), nor between </p> <p>awareness and familiarity with genotype <br>screening (p > 0.05). The study recommends <br>the integration of genotype education into <br>the university curriculum. In addition, <br>collaborative efforts among healthcare <br>professionals, educators, and parents are <br>essential to dispel misconceptions and <br>enhance the uptake of genotype screening <br>among the youths.</p>