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Non-Invasive Prenatal Genetic Testing: A Study of Public Attitudes
15 Nov 2011
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Non-invasive prenatal genetic diagnostic (NIPD) tests are being developed using cell-free fetal DNA in the maternal circulation. NIPD tests avoid or reduce the need for invasive diagnostic procedures for conditions like Down syndrome. Discussion of ethical and social implications of these techniques is increasing. We report findings from a study of public attitudes relevant to the...
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