What is molecular genetic testing?

Also known as: molecular diagnostics.

Molecular genetic testing refers to a wide variety of tests performed on blood and tissue to screen for genetic disorders. It can be performed on unborn babies or other people to determine if they are carriers of a particular disease. The test examines cells or strands of DNA to look for signs of a genetic disorder.

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Reviewed by: Parul B Jayakar, MD

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