Genetic Testing More Than Alzheimers Disease
The short answer is “yes.” There is genetic testing for more than Alzheimer’s available. Genetic testing is rapidly expanding to cover many different conditions as...
What is the BRCA1 gene? How Do I Understand My Risk for Breast Cancer?
The BRCA1 gene is a gene which acts as a tumor suppressor gene, or a gene which prevents tumor cells from growing. A mutation in...
How Much Does Whole Genome Sequencing Cost?
When the Human Genome Project was completed in 2003, the total cost of the project was $3 Billion, and it took 13 years to complete....
What is Personalized Medicine?
Personalized medicine is medicine which is tailored to your genetic makeup. A good analogy for personalized medicine is when you change your vehicle’s oil, you...