Explore a comprehensive panel discussion on direct-to-consumer genetic testing (DTC-GT) featuring genetics professionals who delve into clinical vignettes, benefits, limitations, and applications in various healthcare settings. Gain insights into DTC-GT considerations for genetic conditions, pharmacogenomic results, and third-party interpretation. Learn about key resources for healthcare professionals to interpret and apply genetic test results in clinical care, find genetics professionals, and access DTC-GT information. Participate in a Q&A session to further enhance understanding of this rapidly evolving field in genomic medicine.
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing - Case Studies
National Human Genome Research Institute via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
- Introduction Donna Messersmith
- About the ISCC-PEG
- Healthcare Professionals' Genomics Education Week
- Link to the 2021 Healthcare Provider Education Week Webinar
- What is DTC-GT?
- Genetic Testing Models
- Benefits and Limitations of DTC-GT
- DTC-GT in the Clinic
- DTC-GT in the Clinic: Considerations for adopted patients
- DTC-GT Result for a Genetic Condition in the Hospital
- DTC-GT in the Clinic: Considerations for patients present with positive variant
- DTC-GT for a Pharmacogenomics Result
- Helpful Resources to Interpret/Apply Pharmacogenomics Test Results in to Clinical Care
- 3rd Party Interpretation of DTC-GT Results
- Key Takeaways
- Find a Genetics Professional
- DTC-GT Resources
- Question and Answer Session
Taught by
National Human Genome Research Institute
