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Is genetic screening right or wrong
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Contents Page Page 1 An introduction to the background of genetic testing Page 2 & 3 It is right because Page 4 & 5 It is wrong because Page 6 Conclusion Page 7 Bibliography An Introduction to the background of genetic testing Genetic testing is the use of a range of laboratory procedures to determine if a person has certain genetic conditions or diseases. These tests involve techniques to examine a person's DNA which would show up any irregularities. This DNA is taken from a cell in the blood or from other body fluids or tissues. This test would then show up any changes in chromosomes, genes or proteins. 'Genetic testing is the analysis of human DNA, RNA, chromosomes, proteins and certain metabolites in order to detect heritable disease-related genotypes, mutations, phenotypes or karyotypes for clinical purposes' - Holtzman & Watson 1997 Tests are carried out both before and after the appearance of disease symptoms. The following list gives examples of what testing is used...
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