Genetic privacy
Genetic Privacy
Genic privacy (/dʒɛnɪk ˈpraɪvəsi/), also known as genetic privacy, is a subcategory of personal privacy, concerning the protection of an individual's genetic information.
Etymology
The term "genetic privacy" is a compound of the words "genetic", derived from the Greek word "genetikos" meaning "genitive" and "privacy", which originates from the Latin word "privatus" meaning "private".
Definition
Genetic privacy refers to the concept that an individual's genetic information should be protected from unauthorized access and disclosure. This includes information derived from genetic testing, genomic sequencing, and genetic research.
Importance
The importance of genetic privacy stems from the potential misuse of genetic information. This could include genetic discrimination in employment or insurance, stigmatization, or other forms of harm.
Related Terms
- Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): A U.S. law that protects individuals from genetic discrimination in health insurance and employment.
- Genetic Discrimination: The differential treatment of individuals based on their genetic information.
- Genetic Testing: The use of medical tests to identify changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins.
- Genomic Sequencing: A laboratory method that is used to determine the complete DNA sequence of an organism's genome.
- Genetic Research: The study of genes and their functions.
See Also
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Biobank
- Personalized Medicine
- Genetic Counseling
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Genetic privacy
- Wikipedia's article - Genetic privacy
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