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Genetic testing

a close up of a man with a beard swabbing his mouth.
Science
Home DNA tests reveal more than we bargained for
Devon Summersgill, right, believed her baby Kate, left, would be born with Down syndrome based on a prenatal test that turned out to be wrong.
Health
Questionable calls? Genetic counselors seen as downplaying false alarms
DNA sequences like the one pictured in this image can help predict diseases for patients and their families, but the ethics and legality of sharing that information among family members are still unformed.
Science
When should your genetic information trump your right to privacy?
Health & Medicine
New report urges doctors to test and alert patients to genetic conditions
Health & Medicine
Who benefits from international medical research
Your Experiences with Genetic Testing and Reactions to Angelina Jolie’s Preventative Mastectomy
Ready to Test Your DNA: How To Choose A Genetic Testing Company
Environmental Health Note/Gene Alert
Environment
DNA testing: the California spit wars