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One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
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US Couple Sues Fertility Clinic Over Embryo Mix-Up Leading To Birth Of 'Non-Caucasian' Baby
A US couple has sued a fertility clinic after a medical error led to the birth of a baby not genetically related to them, demanding testing and answers.
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Indian-Origin Lab Owner Jailed For Nearly USD 500 Million Genetic Test Scam
An Indian-origin laboratory owner from the US state of Georgia was sentenced to 27 years in prison for his involvement in a USD 463 million genetic testing scam spanning over three years to defraud Medicare.
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Can DNA Tests Help Prescribe Antidepressants?
Doctors increasingly use information about genes to evaluate potential risk for some diseases, such as BRCA genes that are linked to breast cancer, and to determine the best drug treatment for diseases, including acute leukemia and HIV. But using pharmacogenetics to help treat depression remains controversial.
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What If - The Story Of Personal Genomics
What if you could predict if your wellbeing, your health will get disrupted? What if you could predict if you could be headed down an unfavorable path? What if you could predict if your health was about to break?
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Thinking Supplements? Your DNA Has Something To Say
YOU are unique. YOU are built differently from others around you. YOU are genetically, "molecularly", nutritionally, metabolically unique!!!
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Genetic Testing: Know All About The Importance Of Genetic Testing
Genetic testing refers to the mapping of genes, chromosomes and proteins of an organism's body. It is performed to find out various genetic diseases that cannot be diagnosed easily or those that do not have a definite diagnostic technique.
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Real People With Mutant Superpowers That Would Put the X-Men To Shame
If you too are obsessed with mutants and super powers, even to a much lesser extent than me, stop what you're doing and read this.
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The Wacky World Of DNA
We all share about 99.9% DNA with each other. Its true. That 0.1% difference in our genetic make up is what makes us different! Its this 0.1% difference that makes us susceptible to different diseases, and dictates how we respond to the same drugs.
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Scientists Find Genetic Variants Responsible For Increasing Chance Of Breast Cancer
A new potential genetic test could prove helpful in fighting back secondary breast cancer which is the most common cause of death in cancer patients.
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China's $9 Billion Effort To Beat The U.S. In Genetic Testing
Lindsay Weekes knew something was wrong as soon as her son was born.
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Panel Said Drinking Coffee is Harmless, but Here's Why That Might be Wrong
When an expert federal panel concluded earlier this year that drinking five cups of coffee a day can be part of a "healthy lifestyle," even hinting that coffee is good for you, the announcement prompted a glut of headlines extolling the national habit.
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Unborn babies can be tested for 3,500 genetic faults
For the first time, scientists have succeeded in determining the entire genome of a foetus using only a blood sample from the to-be mother and a saliva swab from the father, a feat they say could lead to screening of unborn babies for more than 3,500 genetic disorders.
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A test to know which sport suits your child
A simple genetic test may now help you find out which sport best suits your child. A leading pathology laboratory on Thursday launched a 'sport gene test', which it said will assist in determining a child's natural ability to excel in a particular discipline.
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One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
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US Couple Sues Fertility Clinic Over Embryo Mix-Up Leading To Birth Of 'Non-Caucasian' Baby
A US couple has sued a fertility clinic after a medical error led to the birth of a baby not genetically related to them, demanding testing and answers.
-
Indian-Origin Lab Owner Jailed For Nearly USD 500 Million Genetic Test Scam
An Indian-origin laboratory owner from the US state of Georgia was sentenced to 27 years in prison for his involvement in a USD 463 million genetic testing scam spanning over three years to defraud Medicare.
-
Can DNA Tests Help Prescribe Antidepressants?
Doctors increasingly use information about genes to evaluate potential risk for some diseases, such as BRCA genes that are linked to breast cancer, and to determine the best drug treatment for diseases, including acute leukemia and HIV. But using pharmacogenetics to help treat depression remains controversial.
-
What If - The Story Of Personal Genomics
What if you could predict if your wellbeing, your health will get disrupted? What if you could predict if you could be headed down an unfavorable path? What if you could predict if your health was about to break?
-
Thinking Supplements? Your DNA Has Something To Say
YOU are unique. YOU are built differently from others around you. YOU are genetically, "molecularly", nutritionally, metabolically unique!!!
-
Genetic Testing: Know All About The Importance Of Genetic Testing
Genetic testing refers to the mapping of genes, chromosomes and proteins of an organism's body. It is performed to find out various genetic diseases that cannot be diagnosed easily or those that do not have a definite diagnostic technique.
-
Real People With Mutant Superpowers That Would Put the X-Men To Shame
If you too are obsessed with mutants and super powers, even to a much lesser extent than me, stop what you're doing and read this.
-
The Wacky World Of DNA
We all share about 99.9% DNA with each other. Its true. That 0.1% difference in our genetic make up is what makes us different! Its this 0.1% difference that makes us susceptible to different diseases, and dictates how we respond to the same drugs.
-
Scientists Find Genetic Variants Responsible For Increasing Chance Of Breast Cancer
A new potential genetic test could prove helpful in fighting back secondary breast cancer which is the most common cause of death in cancer patients.
-
China's $9 Billion Effort To Beat The U.S. In Genetic Testing
Lindsay Weekes knew something was wrong as soon as her son was born.
-
Panel Said Drinking Coffee is Harmless, but Here's Why That Might be Wrong
When an expert federal panel concluded earlier this year that drinking five cups of coffee a day can be part of a "healthy lifestyle," even hinting that coffee is good for you, the announcement prompted a glut of headlines extolling the national habit.
-
Unborn babies can be tested for 3,500 genetic faults
For the first time, scientists have succeeded in determining the entire genome of a foetus using only a blood sample from the to-be mother and a saliva swab from the father, a feat they say could lead to screening of unborn babies for more than 3,500 genetic disorders.
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A test to know which sport suits your child
A simple genetic test may now help you find out which sport best suits your child. A leading pathology laboratory on Thursday launched a 'sport gene test', which it said will assist in determining a child's natural ability to excel in a particular discipline.
