How at-home DNA testing kits let people skirt donor anonymity laws – and why they do it

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The accessibility of at-home DNA testing means that practically anyone can send away for a kit and learn about their family history, genetic ancestry and medical information. But some people get more information than they bargained for. Our ConnecteDNA research explores how the increased accessibility of online DNA tests affects donor-conceived adults, their parents and donors themselves.

https://theconversation.com/how-at-home-dna-testing-kits-let-people-skirt-donor-anonymity-laws-and-why-they-do-it-228837

Period17 Sept 2024

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Keywords

  • Online DNA testing