Genetic testing is becoming increasingly popular – it seems to be able to tell you everything: from the risk of hereditary diseases to a predisposition to sports or a certain type of diet. But is this information really necessary for everyone? And what should you do if the result shows a “dangerous” mutation?
Especially for LIGA.net Dmitry Mykytenko, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Geneticist, and Founder of the Genetic Center for Motherhood and Childhood, said:
who really needs genetic testing;the main types of DNA testing and their differences;accuracy of tests and possible errors;what diseases can be detected using DNA;what the result means regarding susceptibility to cancer or other diseases;how much the tests cost and what determines the price.Should you get genetic tests “just in case”?