Genetic testing in children

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作者：
Shubha Phadke
Mamatha Gowda
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[1] Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences,the Department of Medical Genetics
[2] Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences,Head of the Department of Medical Genetics
来源：
Indian Pediatrics | 2013年 / 50卷
关键词：
Child; Genetic testing; Guidance Ethics; Utility;
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摘要：
Increasing availability of DNA based tests in clinical practice has lead to widespread debate on the ethical issues involved. The wider usage of these tests in children has raised many questions regarding the ethics, validity of the request and its effects on child’s psychosocial well-being. Though there have been much discussion with many studies attempting to address the issue, there is no consensus. Formulation of guidelines has been hampered by the diversity of tests available for varied indications and lack of research studying the effects of testing in children over a time. Some tests have valid indications with proven benefits over harms while others have less clear justification. We attempt to address this issue with the intent to sensitize the caregivers regarding various aspects to be considered before offering any genetic tests in children.
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