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Genetics and Health

April 20th, 2007

DNA Testing of Pregnant Teenagers

A Florida bill to require DNA testing of pregnant girls under the age of 14 has been voted down. The bill would have asked doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers (including abortion providers) to collect DNA from the girl and her fetus for the purpose of identifying the father for prosecution. Sex with minors under […]

By Hsien Hsien Lei, PhD -- 3 comments

April 10th, 2007

DNA Testing Starts a Nightmare

Isaac Owusu had no idea what was in store when he decided to take a DNA test to bring his four sons to the US from Ghana. As I wrote last summer, immigrants are increasingly being asked by the US government to prove their family relationships using DNA. But Isaac, a new US citizen, had […]

By Hsien Hsien Lei, PhD -- 2 comments

April 8th, 2006

Saturday Genetics Quiz #34: DNA Test in the Laboratory

DNA tests are becoming more popular. Almost anyone with a bit of money can get one. But do you know what exactly goes on once you’ve submitted your sample to the laboratory?
This week’s genetics quiz question is:
What does the DNA lab do with your sample?
Answer with respect to paternity testing from DDC:
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By Hsien Hsien Lei, PhD -- 0 comments