genetic screening

American

noun

assessment of an individual's genetic makeup to detect inheritable defects that may be transmitted to offspring.
evaluation of a person's genetic makeup in an attempt to predict genetic predisposition to certain illnesses associated with a workplace environment.

Etymology

Origin of genetic screening

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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Separately from embryo editing, startups are vastly expanding the power of genetic screening technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

Though genetic screening and a recent mammogram had come back clear for her, she took an online exam called the Tyrer-Cuzick risk assessment test.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2025

More broadly, he suggests governments may want to think about boosting education and genetic screening for couples entering cousin marriage - rather than imposing "blanket bans".

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2025

"I think there's even more of an emphasis on early genetic screening, at least to detect pregnancies that might be abnormal."

From Salon • Aug. 16, 2024

"All children with cerebral palsy merit modern genetic screening as early and customised interventions really can make a difference and improve their long-term outcomes," he said.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2024

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