Benefits Of Broad Genetic Testing Still Limited

Five years ago, scientists finished mapping the complete human genetic code, but genetic assessment of disease risk remains in its infancy, according to the June issue of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource.Scientists know that people share essentially the same genetic makeup, differing only by one-tenth of 1 percent.

Added: 18 июня 2008

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