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Policy Issues

Most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go to market without any independent analysis to verify the claims of the seller.

… As the field of genomics advances, genetic and genomic tests are becoming more common in, and out of, the clinic. Yet most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go … claims of the seller. … Several federal agencies regulate genetic tests: the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the …

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Coverage and Reimbursement of Genetic Tests

Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.

… For patients to have full access to the benefits of genetic testing, payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement. … Genomic medicine has the … of the human genome has created new opportunities for genetic tests to predict, prevent and treat disease. Tests …

Policy Issues

Genetic Discrimination

In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.

… wonder if participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against … and cures. This page provides an overview of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and … what protections GINA does and does not offer. … The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008 …

Research at NHGRI

Medical Genetics Branch

The Medical Genetics Branch studies inherited disorders of metabolism and of human development.

… new diagnostic tests and treatments for patients with rare genetic disorders in the NIH Clinical Center. To achieve …

Research at NHGRI

Genetic Disease Research Branch

The Genetic Disease Research Branch studies how genetic changes affect the structure and function of gene products leading to human disease.

… The Genetic Disease Research Branch studies the mechanisms by which genetic changes affect the structure and function of gene … identify and better understand pathways involved in human genetic diseases and normal development. Model systems, …

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Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch

The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.

… and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art genetic and genomic technologies to study the genomes of … that research findings and opportunities derived from genetic and genomic technologies may be translated into … and clinical research, bringing the latest genomic and genetic technologies to the study of human disease. Our …

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Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch

The NHGRI Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch identifies and study genes that contribute to cancer susceptibility and progression.

… gastric cancers. They also study the relationship between genetic variation and cancer progression and pursue the … primary focus of CGCGB investigators is to identify the genetic contribution to the processes of cancer … genomes. Specifically, the program: Focuses on finding genetic relationships between regions of the human genome and …

The Genomics Landscape

American Society of Human Genetics – A Vision for the Future

In the September 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details the American Society of Human Genetics' (ASHG) new strategic plan, which aims to get people everywhere to realize the benefits of genomics and genetics research.

… an informed public. Establishing how best to advance genetic and genomic literacy is a major challenge. No one … summary data. In addition, All of Us recently funded a genetic counseling resource to help participants understand … Research Program Recap Progress and Next Steps NIH Funds Genetic Counseling Resource Ahead of Million-Person …

The Genomics Landscape

NHGRI medical genetics training programs provide an array of education opportunities

… in which NHGRI is centrally involved, such as the Genetic Counseling Training Program that is collaboratively … physicians to diagnose, manage, and counsel patients with genetic disorders. The program exposes its trainees to genetic conditions that range from common to ultra-rare, …

The Genomics Landscape

NHGRI releases new and improved Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms

In the June 2, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., highlights the new and improved Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms - one of the premier educational resources offered by NHGRI, and it aims to help users better understand the basics of genomics and genetics.

… included a new name: the Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms . First launched in 1998, the talking glossary … . To date, the new Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms has 222 terms, of which 142 have new … coming months. The NHGRI Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms is only one of a collection of remote-learning …