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  1. What is genetic discrimination?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... common concern among people considering genetic testing. Several laws at the federal and state levels help protect people against genetic discrimination. In particular, a federal law called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/discrimination - Genetics
  2. How do direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies protect their customers’ privacy?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... information with others, they may be required by law to disclose the information to authorities in response ... how your genetic data may be accessed by law enforcement officials. If you upload your data to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../dtcgenetictesting/dtcprivacy - Genetics
  3. Can the results of direct-to-consumer genetic testing affect my ability to get insurance?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    Passed in 2008, a federal law called the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) made it illegal for health insurance providers in the United States to use genetic ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../dtcgenetictesting/dtcinsurancerisk - Genetics
  4. What is informed consent?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... informed consent may vary, because some states have laws that specify factors that must be included. (For ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/informedconsent - Genetics
  5. Will health insurance cover the costs of genetic testing?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... out more about their state's privacy protection laws before they ask their insurance company to cover ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../understanding/testing/insurancecoverage - Genetics
  6. Is gene therapy safe?: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    ... treatments are as safe as possible. Comprehensive federal laws, regulations, and guidelines help protect people who participate ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/therapy/safety - Genetics