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Genetic testing, families and confidentiality.

Authors :
Lucassen, Anneke
Rafi, Imran
Source :
Pulse. 1/26/2011, Vol. 71 Issue 3, p21-21. 1p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article reports on the effect of genetic testing and services on family members and the protection of privacy in Great Britain. It states that the management of diseases through genetic testing will identify family members with potential risk of cancer, and its benefits include the availability of interventions. It mentions the guidance set by the Genetic Medical Council (GMC) on the breach of confidence related to genetic medicine, which helps general practitioners (GP) on consent issues.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00486000
Volume :
71
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Pulse
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
57992287