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Predicting the performance of a genetic testing service for cancer susceptibility.
Genetic testing - 1 Jan 2007
Bajdik Chris D, Sung Steve, Spinelli John J, Huntsman David, Gallinger Steven, Horsman Douglas, Gallagher Richard P
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A genetic testing service can determine which members of a population might benefit most from cancer prevention. The eligibility criteria will affect the number of people who use a service and the proportion who test positive. This affects both the service's costs and benefits. The goal of this study was to create computer software that predicts the effect of eligibility restrictions on the performance of a...
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