A Patient Asks About Direct-To-Consumer (DTC) Genetic Testing

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient asks about direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing. What will the provider tell the patient?

• A) It is not useful for identifying genetic diseases.
• B) Much of the information does not predict disease risk.
• C) The results are shared with the patient's insurance company.
• D) The results must be interpreted by a provider.

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