genetic testing
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Common DNA Testing Method Has High False-Positive Rate for Rare Mutations, Study Finds
Consumer DNA testing remains a booming industry, but new research released Monday suggests that it has a glaring flaw in its predictive power. The findings indicate that a common method of testing used by many companies is awful at correctly identifying rare genetic mutations that could raise the likelihood of health problems like cancer. As…
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Sequencing The DNA Of Newborns Uncovered Hidden Disease Risks And A Whole Lot Of Tricky Issues
In the not-too-distant future, it will be possible to get a complete readout of a person’s genetics cheaply and easily, even right after they’re born. A new study published Thursday offers a glimpse of what that future could look, suggesting many children are born with genetic conditions that can’t be found with current screening. But…
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Genetic Testing Reveals Shelters Often Label Dogs With The Wrong Breeds
When adopting a new canine family member at a shelter, many people choose a dog based on the breed or breeds labelled on its cage. But new research using genetic testing shows that shelters don’t always correctly label dogs, meaning the pointer you just adopted could actually be more of a labrador.
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13-Year-Old Boy Is First Person In US To Receive Newly Approved Gene Therapy For Blindness
On Tuesday, a 13-year-old boy from New Jersey was at the center of medical history as he became the first person in the US to receive an FDA-approved gene therapy for an inherited disease. The event marks the beginning of a new era of medicine, one in which devastating genetic conditions that we are born…