Genetic testing is transforming healthcare through personalized medicine, enabling early diagnosis, targeted treatments, and ...

Insurance covers some genetic tests, such as BRCA tests for breast cancer, if you meet certain requirements. But there are about 70,000 different genetic tests available, and insurance coverage ...

I was one of the first to spit into a test tube, giving up my DNA forever to learn more about my health and heredity. You know, the ones that promise to connect you with distant relatives you didn’t ...

Genetic testing identifies germline mutations, while genomic testing analyzes somatic mutations in tumors, influencing treatment options. Broader testing criteria are expanding access to genetic ...

When data from 2220 Bupa customers in a pilot scheme were analysed, the findings appeared striking. The private health insurer reported that 99% had genetic sensitivity to certain medicines. Bupa has ...

In a new Northwestern Medicine study, scientists have developed a more precise genetic risk score to determine whether a ...

By uniting three forms of genetic testing, Northwestern researchers can now predict heart rhythm disorders with far greater precision.

By: Dr. Sajeev Nair Genetic testing is finally coming of age, but mainly for adults as of now. Did you know that it is equally, if not more effective, in children? If you need a simple proof, know ...

Genetic testing identifies changes (mutations) in a dog’s DNA that can indicate a predisposition to certain genetic diseases or inherited disorders. The primary benefits include early disease ...