FDA approves 1st DTC consumer genetic test

Nologo-apatientsplave-v3-smallw, patients can purchase a genetic risk test to learn about their risks for various diseases. FDA approved 23andMe’s $199 genetic health risk test for sales directly to consumers. The tests are based on DNA extracted from the users saliva.  More information can be obtained at https://www.23andme.com.

 

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