Does the DNA profile obtained from paternity testing provide any information on genetic disorders or diseases of the person tested?
The general publics perception of DNA is that it is useful only in forensic and paternity-related cases. The broader public perception is that the DNA profiles used in these areas impact ethical issues such as disease susceptibility etc. that can be used by insurance companies to deny individual rights to access. This is a misconception. STRs are repetitive sequences of DNA that are distinct to an individual and do not code for any genetic disorders. They are personal signatures that have no influence on biological characteristics. Are the results obtained by Molecular World held strictly confidential? Molecular World treats all information as confidential and only releases information to authorized individuals on our clients behalf. Under no circumstances will Molecular World release personal information without the knowledge of our clients. What is the difference between a paternity test that is done for curiosity versus legal purposes? Results of a paternity test conducted for curio
The general publics perception of DNA is that it is useful only in forensic and paternity-related cases. The broader public perception is that the DNA profiles used in these areas impact ethical issues such as disease susceptibility etc. that can be used by insurance companies to deny individual rights to access. This is a misconception. STRs are repetitive sequences of DNA that are distinct to an individual and do not code for any genetic disorders. They are personal signatures that have no influence on biological characteristics.