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Beyond consent: ethical and social issues in genetic testing
1Centre for Applied Ethics and Department of Medical Genetics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, V6T 1Z2 British Columbia, Canada. mburgess@ethics.ubc.ca
Nature Reviews. Genetics
|March 17, 2001
Summary
Informed consent for genetic testing requires careful consideration beyond traditional medical ethics. The implications extend to families and communities, necessitating a broader understanding of social and cultural contexts for responsible genetic testing practices.
Area of Science:
- Bioethics
- Genetic Medicine
- Sociology of Health
Keywords:
Genetics and Reproduction