Genetic Testing

Genomic cancer predisposition tests should be done with professional counseling, and the FDA should implement safeguards for direct-to-consumer products, according to a medical oncologist with expertise in cancer genetics.

Candidate genetic variants included in a genetic risk algorithm may not meet standards of reasonable clinical efficacy in identifying opioid use disorder risk, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.

Researchers found genetic differences in hereditary palmoplantar keratoderma subtypes, indicating that genetic testing may be a valuable tool in accurately diagnosing the disease, according to a study.

LOS ANGELES — Patients in Asia, Oceania, Latin America and Africa faced more barriers to genetic testing for epilepsy than those of other regions, which may complicate test interpretations in diverse populations, according to a presenter.

In this video, Lionel Aurelien Kankeu Fonkoua, MD, discusses the challenges in treating patients with cholangiocarcinoma.

BOSTON — Genetic testing can play a positive role and help improve outcomes in managing immunodeficiencies, according to a presentation at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.

SAN DIEGO — Genetic evaluation of patients referred to a U.S. glomerular disease center revealed a genetic diagnosis in 35% of cases, informing prognosis and treatment and allowing for family testing, among other benefits.

The use of chatbot tools may be a valuable part of health management strategies to improve access to cancer genetic services, according to study results.

The loss of UBAP1L gene function appears to be associated with nonsyndromic retinal dystrophy, according to research published in JAMA Ophthalmology.

Greater utilization of genetic testing among men could have considerable benefits with regard to detection, risk management and personalized treatment of cancers, according to authors of a review published in JAMA Oncology.