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Policy Issues
In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.
… participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against based on … individuals or their family members to undergo genetic testing or to provide genetic information. As defined in the … programs. The ADA has been used to challenge genetic testing practices by an employer. In 2001, EEOC filed a suit …
Clinical Research
The CLINSEQ® Study seeks to learn about the role that your genes play in your health.
… as diabetes and high cholesterol, as well as for genetic testing. Participants get the results of all their testing (except the genetic tests) about one month after … visit. Study members receive the results of their genetic testing when they are available. There are many goals of the …
Research at NHGRI
The Metabolic, Cardiovascular and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch studies the genomic and social determinants of complex diseases.
… in cardiovascular disease. They utilize a combination of noninvasive imaging, biomedical informatics, system biology …
Genetic Disorders
Huntington's disease is an inherited neurological illness causing involuntary movements, severe emotional disturbance and cognitive decline.
… generation to generation. Clinical trials of drugs: Drug testing includes classes of drugs that control symptoms, slow … disease can be difficult. Individuals consider genetic testing to confirm a diagnosis when clear symptoms are … decisions about testing. Prospective parents consider prenatal testing when one parent has been diagnosed with …
Event
Join us on Wednesday, May 25, as scholars and scientists answer audience questions and address the complexities surrounding historical and present-day eugenics and scientific racism in the context of existing and developing genetic and genomic screening technologies.
… there are many cost-effective, minimal-risk options for prenatal genetic screening and diagnosis for various … risks and potential benefits than established prenatal and newborn screening programs. Although the … A Historical Discussion on Eugenics and Genetic Testing/Screening Panelists: Rebecca Mueller (University of …
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… NAM: Report on Evidence Framework for Genetic Testing Wendy Chung, MD PhD Committee On The Evidence Base … risk of disease, identifying carriers and establishing prenatal and clinical diagnosis or prognosis.” Includes: Prenatal, newborn and carrier screening Testing in high …
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… Bonds Melissa ParisiMD PhD Medical Genetics Branch: Prenatal Genomics and Therapy Section • New Lab at NHGRI • … industry (and social media) Opportunity: Prenatal Genomics Noninvasive prenatal screening using cfDNA NIPT: Sequence, … non - steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs • Offer MAGED2 testing to women carrying male fetuses with extreme …
Genetic Disorders
Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition that alters development in females.
… during an ultrasound test. This can be confirmed by prenatal testing - chorionic villous sampling or amniocentesis - to …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) Program evaluation.
… events in brain development have crossed from the prenatal to the postnatal period. These developmental events …
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… Making Disability in Prenatal Genetic Testing - Meghna Mukherjee (Oct. 2022) …