Medical-genetic consultation and genetic testing: value and some ethical problems
Abstract
The value of genetic counseling at carrying out of genetic testing in public health services is discussed. The review of new international documents devoted ethical aspects of genetic testing for health purposes is presented.
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Review
For citations:
Izhevskaja V.L. Medical-genetic consultation and genetic testing: value and some ethical problems. Yakut Medical Journal. 2009;(2):83-86. (In Russ.)
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