Little is known about the molecular diversity of the phytoplankton inhabiting the fjords of the West Antarctic Peninsula (WAP), despite the status of this region as being among the most vulnerable to future warming. Additionally, there are many gaps in our knowledge of how polar…
Communication within families has been studied in regards to health information, however gaps remain in our knowledge about family communication of genetic information. Mixed qualitative and quantitative interviews were done on probands with large familial cascade uptake, who we…
Background: Direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic health tests, such as 23andMe, provide information about select genetic predispositions directly to the consumer, bypassing the involvement of a genetics expert and potentially leading to adverse health outcomes. Specifically, the 23a…
Many cancers have a familial component that can be passed down to future generations and increase their risk of getting that cancer. Understanding one’s family history of cancer can help that individual take preventative or prophylactic measures to decrease risk of cancer. A com…
In February 2019, the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) released a guideline recommending genetic testing be made available to all women with a breast cancer diagnosis. This guideline was based on findings in several papers outlining the number of individuals harboring…
This book explores the recent clinical and research findings in the field of prenatal screening and diagnosis. It presents new devices and tests such as real-time 3D ultrasound, ultrafast fetal MRI, and next-generation sequencing and discusses genetic counseling and fetal therap…
Genetic Information Acquisition, Access, and Control
This diverse collection of papers attempts to critically address and discuss issues surrounding the control of, and access to, genetic information from ethical, medical, legal and theoretical points of view. Special reference is made to the implications of genetic information fo…
"This diverse collection of papers attempts to address and discuss critically issues surrounding the control of, and access to, genetic information from ethical, medical, legal and theoretical points of view. Special reference is made to the implications of genetic information f…
This diverse collection of papers attempts to address and discuss critically issues surrounding the control of, and access to, genetic information from ethical, medical, legal and theoretical points of view. Special reference is made to the implications of genetic information fo…
Breast cancer is a commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Early recognition and identification of those at risk for germline mutations have been difficult at the project site due to patients’ lack of knowledge of their family cancer history, which is critical to improving access to…
Genetic test for CYP2C9 and VKORC1 genes to guide warfarin dosing for patients with VTE holds a promise of being able to reduce clinical complications. However, lack of evidence and uncertainties surrounding this new technology lead to the question of whether gene testing is cos…
This thesis aims to explore informational autonomy by demonstrating the correlation between genetic testing and informational autonomy, focusing on the preservation of the free choice option with special reference to thalassemia in Cyprus. This exploration does not intend to del…
The genetic testing of children
The genetic testing of children
