Bibliograph

Genetic testing, Sarah Boslaugh

Type

Label

Genetic testing, Sarah Boslaugh

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Genetic testing

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1111714658

Responsibility statement

Sarah Boslaugh

Series statement

Health and medical issues today

Summary

"Genetic testing has provided important clues to understanding our health, but it has also raised many ethical, legal, and medical questions and concerns. This book explores the breadth of genetic testing, its possibilities, and the controversies that surround its use" --, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction to Genetics -- Introduction to Genetic Testing -- Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing -- Types of Medical Genetic Testing -- Genetic Counseling -- Heritage Tracing -- Other Uses of Genetic Testing -- Financial Concerns Related to Genetic Testing -- Legal and Ethical Concerns Related to Genetic Testing -- Psychological Issues Related to Genetic Testing -- Evaluating Genetic Tests

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