What is genetic testing? How has it, or better yet, how will it affect life as we know it? These are all relevant questions when you are exploring the ever-advancing field of genetic testing.
Genetic testing cannot be broken down into one simple definition. It is described differently by many organizations ranging from a DNA based only test to the testing of DNA products such as proteins, chromosomes, and problems with somatic cells such as cancer.
Put simply genetic testing is a way in which we can diagnose genetic diseases. Genetic testing identifies changes in the makeup of our chromosomes, genes, or proteins. Most testing of this kind is used to determine whether or not a certain person has a chance of developing a suspected genetic condition, or passing it on. Several hundred different types of genetic tests are currently in use today.
The process of genetic testing is usually painless. It is usually performed using a sample of hair, skin, blood, amniotic fluid, or......
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