Why is confidentiality especially important in genetic testing and counseling?
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Correct answer: Because genetic data is personal and can affect relatives and insurability
Genetic information can affect not only the person tested but also their biological relatives; there are social and ethical implications (e.g. insurability, discrimination), so confidentiality is critical.
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