Genetic testing identifies germline mutations, while genomic testing analyzes somatic mutations in tumors, influencing treatment options. Broader testing criteria are expanding access to genetic ...

Some people actually have more than one biological identity embedded in their bodies, a rare and often harmless biological ...

GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — More people are turning to genetic counseling to understand their DNA and assess their risk ...

For Josh Henderson, 66, of Olympia, getting genetic testing was a no-brainer. “The first time I came to Fred Hutch, my oncologist suggested it,” said the retired IT manager who received a metastatic ...

Eight percent of children with cerebral palsy (CP) who undergo genetic testing have mutations that can be used to personalise treatment, revealed a study published recently in JAMA Pediatrics. This ...

Genetic testing should be offered to myeloma patients to identify high-risk cases earlier and enable more targeted and effective treatment, according to experts. A study by The Institute of Cancer ...

PHILADELPHIA -- The first time the seemingly healthy woman gave birth, she went into heart failure. She recovered and went on to deliver her second child a few years later. Doctors cleared the woman ...

Genetic testing laws in several states will have an impact on life insurance. NEW ORLEANS – With the rapid evolution of technology around artificial intelligence and genetic testing, lawmakers are ...

Genetic testing, including germline and somatic, is vital for prostate cancer prognosis and personalized treatment strategies. PARP inhibitors, targeting BRCA mutations, are a promising therapy for ...

Medicare Part B covers various genetic tests for diagnosing genetic conditions, identifying cancer risks, and predicting medication responses if a doctor deems them medically necessary. The cost of ...