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I think it needs to be a crime to analyze someone's genes without their permission. I can see the potential for abuse. The article mentions that a significant o
by blackguardx 18y ago
I think it needs to be a crime to analyze someone's genes without their permission. I can see the potential for abuse. The article mentions that a significant other might ask for genetic testing before marriage. Why would they need to ask? They could just steal some genetic material during the night.
Also, these gene companies don't seem to be forthcoming about genetics. There is a lot that we still don't understand. Even if you inherit a gene that is linked to a disease, you may not necessarily express that gene. Genetic expression is very poorly understood right now.
- jacobscott 18y agoI don't think your last point is very fair. See e.g.: https://www.23andme.com/gen101/ https://www.23andme.com/gen101/ as well as the very long disclaimer you're given before you can actually sign up for a 23andme screening.
- mattmaroon 18y agoOur divorce rate is proof that people don't tend to make marriage decisions that rationally. I'd bet most don't even do basic blood tests, let alone consider genetics.
- artaak 18y agoYour point was very clearly shown in the first part of the movie "Idiocracy". Very well expressed!