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Commercial genetic tests may not be worth it

(HealthScout) UPDATED 2009-10-14

People are flocking to buy at-home genetic testing kits that claim to test for such genetic factors as a person's Alzheimer's risk or a baby's true paternity. But how accurate are these tests, and are they worth their cost? In this article, experts discuss the accuracy, risks, and benefits of commercial genetic tests. Read full story >

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