Conflict Potential Seen in Genetic Counselors Paid by Testing Companies

July 14, 2012, 12:53 pm by New York Times - Health

As genetic testing becomes more common, an ethical question is raised by the use of genetic counselors, who advise patients, who are paid by the companies that perform the tests.

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