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Finnish physicians' interest in genetic screening.

Community genetics - 1 Jan 2001

Toiviainen H, Hemminki E

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OBJECTIVES: To report on Finnish physicians' opinions on the possible future use of genetic screening and their interest in knowing their own risk for diseases. METHODS: A questionnaire survey mailed to gynaecologists, paediatricians, general practitioners and clinical geneticists. Both leading physicians and a sample of other practitioners were included (response rate 74%, n=571). RESULTS: Physicians preferred...

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PMID: 11493750
DOI: 10.1159/000051153

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