GENETIC TESTING

This study tested whether a game can teach pregnant people about prenatal genetic screening as well as one-on-one genetic counseling. Over 2,000 participants used either the game or received counseling. The goal was to see if the game improved knowledge and helped with decision-m…

This study gathered information from 271 children in China with a rare lung condition called childhood interstitial lung disease (chILD). Researchers collected genetic and medical data to create a database and biobank, aiming to better understand the causes and features of the di…

This study looked at whether telling healthy people their genetic risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) would encourage them to eat more carotenoid-rich foods, which are good for eye health. Researchers measured skin and eye carotenoid levels in 80 Caucasian adults aged…

This study looked at whether a mobile app designed for pregnant women could improve their understanding of prenatal genetic testing. Researchers enrolled 178 pregnant women at high risk for genetic conditions. The app provided culturally sensitive education to help them make info…