Is testing your DNA really the answer?

I get asked about genetic testing all the time as I do carry out some gene testing in my line of work, to aid my clinical diagnoses.

The key point to understand here is that many genes may contribute to a particular disease, some of which are yet unknown.

23andme find genes linked to depression.  

23andme find genes linked to depression.  

 

The other variables at play are nutrition and environment that regulate the gene expression. This has a significant bearing on whether a condition is expressed, and this is where my study and work lies.

Testing your DNA should be interpreted by someone who has a balanced view on this.  The results also shouldn't go into the wrong hands.

 

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