Genetic testing for everyone

Helen Pearson

Nature, 2008, vol. 453, issue 7195, 570-571

Abstract: Private companies are starting to test customers' DNA for gene variants linked to an increased risk of conditions such as obesity or Alzheimer's disease. Helen Pearson looks at whether knowledge really is power when it comes to disease avoidance.

Date: 2008
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