Abstract
New technologies and more research in genetics have revealed an increasing amount of genetic data and identified new diseases. In parallel to the wider availability of genetic testing, efforts have been made to regulate the use of genetic technology and genetic information. The swift pace of developments, not surprisingly, may cause uncertainty among those confronted with genetics. The authors review the current state of genetic testing with a focus on movement disorders. They introduce terminology (inheritance patterns; penetrance; clinical and genetic heterogeneity and types of testing, including influences of direct-to-consumer testing) and discuss general aspects of genetics, including indication for testing, familial implications as well as social, ethical, and in particular legal implications (discrimination acts, insurance aspects, protection of data of deceased, etc.). They also cover recent developments with regard to new molecular techniques, economic issues, and the difficulties of data interpretation.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
