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Presents principles for research and policy recommendations on key issues in genetic testing and screening, addressing topics such as quality control in genetic testing, insurance discrimination, financing, confidentiality, and appropriate roles for public agencies, private health practitioners, and

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When funds were appropriated for the Human Genome Project, three to five percent of that money was set aside to study the ethical, legal, and social implications of the genetic knowledge the project would produce. This book, part of the result, is a report from the National Academy of Sciences's Committee on Assessing Genetic Risks. Risks are the focus here, not the advantages of the numerous genetic tests that will soon become available. Chapters on genetic counseling, public education, patient rights and personnel, laboratory, studies, and financing describe the important issues of current debate, and each concludes with clear and balanced recommendations for future policy and research. Among these are respect for patient autonomy and privacy, access to thorough and nondirective counseling, not offering tests that detect disorders currently without therapies, and a call for greater genetic education at all levels. The list of issues considered seems exhaustive, and the writing is beautifully clear and accessible to the average reader. Full references for each chapter and a complete index are included. Definitely recommended. All levels. D. Carmichael; Pittsburg State University