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The value of genetic and genomic technologies workshop summary / [electronic resource] : Theresa Wizemann and Adam C. Berger, rapporteurs ; Institute of Medicine of the National Academies. - Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, c2010. - xv, 92 p.

"Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health, Board on Health Sciences Policy."

Includes bibliographical references.

Tumor-based screening for Lynch Syndrome -- Pharmacogenomic testing to guide warfarin dosing -- Genomic profiling -- Closing remarks.

"Knowing one's genetic disposition to a variety of diseases, including common chronic diseases, can benefit both the individual and society at large. The IOM's Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health held a workshop on March 22, 2010, to bring together diverse perspectives on the value of genetic testing, and to discuss its use in clinical practice"--home page.


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Subjects--Topical Terms:
Genomics--Congresses.
Genomics--Research--Congresses.
Human chromosome abnormalities--Diagnosis--Congresses.
Genetic counseling--Congresses.
Genetic disorders--Diagnosis--Congresses.

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LC Class. No.: QH437 / .I57 2010eb