Genetic testing, often via a blood sample, can confirm a muscular dystrophy diagnosis. It can also identify specific gene mutations to help guide treatment and determine whether or not someone is a ...

Genetic tests for Alzheimer’s can detect specific genes linked to the disease. In most cases, they can’t definitively confirm or predict a diagnosis, but they can provide insight into your relative ...

Expertise and opinions of authors published by ForbesBooks. Imprint operated under license. When the Human Genome Project concluded 21 years ago, it opened the door for genetic testing and a promise ...

Throughout the years, medical advancements have shown that genetic testing can significantly reduce the risk of developing certain cancers. Genetic testing examines changes in a person’s DNA sequence ...

Many people with a personal or family history of cancer are now offered genetic testing to explain their cancer history. Whether you test positive or negative for a mutation in a cancer-related gene, ...

From a quick online survey to a 77-gene DNA test, the initiative empowers patients across Missouri and beyond to take control ...

Genetic testing during pregnancy helps spot a baby’s risk of inherited disorders or chromosomal abnormalities. This article examines its pros and cons straightforwardly and engagingly. Learn what ...

A new study published in JCO Precision Oncology has identified a relatively simple method to predict the cancer patients most likely to develop severe toxicities from chemotherapy. If doctors can ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Understanding the intricate process of aging has been a subject of fascination for scientists and researchers. While aging is a natural part of life, recent studies have shed light on ...