Genetic Screening

by: Irwin Slesnick

Many genetic disorders can be detected with tests of blood and chromosomes. Genetic screening is the large-scale use of these tests as part of the public health program. Different members of society, worldwide, have advocated genetic screening to achieve different goals. This chapter provides a critical analysis of this controversial issue.

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Type Book ChapterPub Date 1/1/2004Stock # PB190X_6

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