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ArticleFamilial cancer2010

Predictive testing for pre-malignancy as a prelude to adoption? An English case.

Robert Wheeler

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Article in Familial cancer, 2010. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Robert WheelerSouthampton University Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD, UK. robert.wheeler@suht.swest.nhs.uk

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Genetic testing as a preliminary to adoption has been discussed in the literature [BAAF/BSHG Statement on the use of DNA testing to determine racial background], together with the medical benefits derived from such testing ASHG/ACMG Statement [Am J Hum Genetics, 66: 761-767, 2000]. But specific cases that reach court are rare. Such a case was recently discussed on national radio [http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/ethicscommittee_s4_tr3.shtml], disclosing sufficient facts to allow analysis of the ethical and legal issues encountered. Furthermore, the outcome of the case, a court order to test the child in infancy, can be reviewed in the light of the current law, together with the geneticist's response to this order.

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AdoptionChildEthics, MedicalGenetic CounselingGenetic PrivacyGenetic TestingHumansInformed ConsentNeoplasmsNervous System NeoplasmsRisk AssessmentRisk Factors

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