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Physicians' propensity to offer genetic testing for Alzheimer's disease: results from a survey.

Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics - 1 Jan 2000

Chase Gary A, Geller Gail, Havstad Suzanne L, Holtzman Neil A, Bassett Susan Spear

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PURPOSE: Examine physician knowledge, preferences, and use of genetic tests for Alzheimer's disease (AD). METHODS: Survey of 426 community-based physicians treating AD patients. RESULTS: Majority gave inaccurate estimates of AD risk. Medical specialty predicted appropriate use of current tests. Recommending substances to prevent memory loss was related to acceptance of error-free tests. High patient loads and...

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PMID: 12172396
DOI: 10.1097/00125817-200207000-00008

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