The value of genetic and genomic technologies : workshop summary / Theresa Wizemann and Adam C. Berger, rapporteurs ; Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health, Board on Health Sciences Policy, Institute of Medicine of the National Academies

Published: Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, [2010]
Copyright Date: ©2010
Physical Description: xv, 92 pages ; 23 cm
Additional Creators: Wizemann, Theresa M., Berger, Adam C., Institute of Medicine (U.S.). Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health, and National Academies Press (U.S.)

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Contents

Tumor-based screening for Lynch Syndrome -- Pharmacogenomic testing to guide warfarin dosing -- Genomic profiling -- Closing remarks.

Summary

"Knowing one's genetic disposition to a variety of diseases, including common chronic diseases, can benefit both the individual and society at large. The IOM's Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health held a workshop on March 22, 2010, to bring together diverse perspectives on the value of genetic testing, and to discuss its use in clinical practice"--Publisher's description.

Subject(s)

Genomics—Congresses
Genomics—Research—Congresses
Human chromosome abnormalities—Diagnosis—Congresses
Genetic counseling—Congresses
Genetic disorders—Diagnosis—Congresses

ISBN

0309157714
9780309157711

Bibliography Note

Includes bibliographical references.

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Also available in Open Book format via the National Academies Press home page.

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