Genetic Testing Web Site

The US National Human Genome Institute (NHGRI) **publishes Genetic Testing, which serves as an introduction to non-scientists from a research perspective.

The Web site Genetic Testing includes the following

• Overview of Genetic Testing , with a link to A Brief Primer on Genetic Testing (a summary of current genetic testing)
• The Growth of Genetic Testing Raises Questions
• Legislation on Genetic Testing
• NHGRI Interest in Genetic Testing, including its concerns (as genetic discrimination) and activities (as providing information for genetic counselors)
• Policy Recommendations
• (Links to) Reports on Genetic Testing from government and nonprofit agencies

 

**[ From About the Insitute ]NHGRI’s  initial mission was to map the human genome.  Its role has been expanded to include applying genome technologies to the study of specific diseases and study the genetic components of complex disorders. Its human genome sequence database is available to scientists worldwide.

The NHGRI Web site includes information about

• NHGRI research
• Information about genetics and genomics, rare diseases, patient care and more (for patients, the public, and health professionals)
• Educational materials about genetics and genomics for students and teachers
• Policy, legal and ethical issues in genetic research
• Latest news, media resources and information from NHGRI
• Education, training, professional development and career opportunities at NHGRI
• (Under the For You tab)
  Specialized information for Students, Educators, Patients, Health Professionals