To Test, Or Not To Test, Kids' Genes For Adult Diseases

More than 200 parents surveyed thought that the benefits of genetic testing for children outweighed the risk. Overall, the parents said conditions like high cholesterol and diabetes were serious health risks, and that it was very important to know the Read More...

Read the complete post at http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2011/04/18/135510787/to-test-or-not-to-test-kids-genes-for-adult-diseases?ft=1&f=103537970


Posted Apr 18 2011, 10:27 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog