Genetic screening: The vista of genomic medicine
2011
Genetic Screening and Its Impact on Medicine
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Rajiv Saini, Santosh Saini, Gagan Saini
Primary Institution: Rural Dental College, Loni, Maharashtra, India
Conclusion
Genetic testing offers important opportunities for diagnosis and assessment of genetic risk, but its implementation faces challenges including cost and ethical concerns.
Supporting Evidence
- Genetic testing can identify genetic disorders and help develop therapies.
- Advances in genome technology are transforming clinical medicine.
- Genetic tests vary in sensitivity and require careful interpretation.
Takeaway
Genetic testing helps doctors find out if someone has a genetic disease, but it can be complicated and sometimes doesn't give clear answers.
Potential Biases
There are concerns about genetic discrimination and the ethical use of genetic testing information.
Limitations
The results of genetic tests depend on reliable laboratory procedures and accurate interpretation, which can be complex.
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