Genetics & Genomics
United Nations approves first international standard for human genetic test
Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, December 12th, 2004
The standard, which will help identify testing errors, is for a commonly used procedure that identifies a genetic predisposition to thrombosis, or blood clots, a potentially life-threatening condition.
Standards could also eventually be introduced for other genetic disorders, such as cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy.
"Establishment of the first international standard for a genetic test is an important milestone," said David...
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