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Ethical, social and legal implications of genetic testing in liver disease.

Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) - 1 Jun 2006

van Leeuwen Dirk J, Bernat James L

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Advances in molecular genetics challenge the hepatology community to understand and implement genetic knowledge. Despite excitement about the potential benefits of new genetic information, concerns have been raised about the inappropriate use of genetic testing, clinicians' incorrect ordering and misinterpretation of test results, and discrimination in employment and insurability based on tests results. Among the...

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PMID: 16729331
DOI: 10.1002/hep.21206

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