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Emerging genetic technologies in clinical and research settings
Ann K Cashion1, Carolyn J Driscoll, Omaima Sabek
1College of Nursing, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA. acashion@utmem.edu
Biological Research for Nursing
|January 24, 2004
Summary
Nurses require more education on genetic technologies like polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and microarray analysis, despite their increasing use in healthcare. Understanding these molecular genetic tools is crucial for effective clinical and research practice.
Area of Science:
- Genomic Health Care
- Molecular Genetics
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Genomic health care is rapidly expanding, increasing nurses' exposure to new genetic technologies.
- Nurses currently possess limited knowledge regarding these emerging genetic technologies.
- This gap in knowledge can impact patient care and research participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe foundational molecular genetic technologies used in healthcare.
- To discuss the applications, strengths, and limitations of key genetic technologies.
- To highlight the need for enhanced nursing education in genetic technologies.
Main Methods:
- Description of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) procedure.
- Explanation of real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR).
- Overview of microarray analysis.
Main Results:
- PCR is a foundational technique for current molecular genetic technologies.
- Real-time PCR and microarray analysis offer specific applications and benefits.
- Each technology presents distinct strengths and limitations.
Conclusions:
- Nurses need comprehensive understanding of PCR, qPCR, and microarray analysis.
- Education on these genetic technologies is essential for clinical and research settings.
- Bridging the knowledge gap will improve nursing's role in genomic healthcare.