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Parental preferences for CDKN2A/p16 testing of minors.
Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics - 1 Dec 2010
Taber Jennifer M, Aspinwall Lisa G, Kohlmann Wendy, Dow Reed, Leachman Sancy A
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PURPOSE: Genetic testing of minors is controversial, as ethical considerations depend on multiple aspects of the particular disease and familial context. For melanoma, there is a well-established and avoidable environmental influence and a documented benefit of early detection. METHODS: We surveyed 61 CDKN2A/p16 mutation-tested adults from two kindreds about their attitudes toward genetic testing of minors...
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