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Application of population screening principles to genetic screening for adult-onset conditions.
Genetic testing - 1 Jan 2001
Burke W, Coughlin S S, Lee N C, Weed D L, Khoury M J
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Recent advances in molecular genetics have highlighted the potential use of genetic testing to screen for adult-onset chronic diseases. Several issues must be addressed, however, before such tests can be recommended for population-based prevention programs. These issues include the adequacy of the scientific evidence, the balance of risks and benefits, the need for counseling and informed consent, and the costs...
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