11.4 Flashcards
What is a genome
An organisms DNA
How can genetic information be used
It can be used positively to identify individuals can learn about health and disease are negatively to discriminate against people
What does DNA fingerprinting do
Shows if people are related
DNA from cells is broken into small pieces to produce a pattern
In 2003 what did the human genome project identify
The DNA sequence of the entire human genome
What is ethics
The study of principles about what is right and wrong fair in unfair
When was the genetic information nondiscrimination act sign
In 2008
What does the genetic information nondiscrimination act make illegal
For our health insurance companies and employers to discriminate against individuals placed on genetic information also illegal for them to ask or tell that a genetic test must be done
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What are doctors expected to do
Protect Patients privacy by not revealing their medical information
