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State of play in direct-to-consumer genetic testing for lifestyle-related diseases: market, marketing content, user experiences and regulation.

The Proceedings of the Nutrition Society - 1 Feb 2013

Saukko Paula

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Direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic tests have aroused controversy. Critics have argued many of the tests are not backed by scientific evidence, misguide their customers and should be regulated more stringently. Proponents suggest that finding out genetic susceptibilities for diseases could encourage healthier behaviours and makes the results of genetics research available to the public. This paper reviews the state...

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PMID: 23336560
DOI: 10.1017/S0029665112002960
PMCID: PMC3551352

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