genetic testing

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1. A process in which a person's or an embryo's DNA is isolated and tested for the presence of specific genes or defects that could indicate the future onset of some disease.

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In the United States, genetic testing is most often performed on alert prospective parents for possible problems during a pregnancy or the likelihood of congenital disease in a future child. The privacy of the results is one of the many difficult issues with this practice, particularly as it relates to insurance underwriting.

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Natera is one of the largest genetic testing companies to offer the test.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

The research team analyzed retinal tissue from 104 people using advanced imaging, genetic testing, and protein studies.

From Science Daily • Feb. 21, 2026

Treatments are becoming more personalised, as advances in genetic testing mean care can be tailored to the way each individual deals with their body's own cancer.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

That study analyzed preserved frog specimens stored in museums since the 19th century and identified fungal strains through genetic testing.

From Science Daily • Jan. 19, 2026

Some are using genetic testing and exploring gene splicing to produce children with desired traits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025