Unauthorized genetic testing
I went to see my son's doctor for a school physical.The doctor wanted to test his cholesterol and testesteron level ,since he gained some wait, and fat tissue around his breasts.
I received a bill of over 5000 Dollars, which most of it the insurance paid,but as it turns out after my initial shock over the bill,and some investigating,the doctor performed a genetic chromosome test without my knowledge and permission.
Can a doctor perform a genetic test without my permission and knowledge about it whatsover?
What if his health record would be damaged, because of this test, and what should I do or can I do about it?
I'm an RN nurse and would have never allowed this kind of test.My son has high funcioning autism, the doctor wanted to test his chromosomes, without getting me worried,that is what she said,when I confronted her???
Makes absolute no sense to me.
Thank you for your help.