A couple years ago I had my DNA tested. Actually, I gave test kits to my wife, our kids, and my mom and my wife's mom as well for Christmas. Mostly I was interested in what the kits would show in terms of our ancestry, but I was also curious what some of the other tests might show as well. Then, earlier today, just as I was about to figure out a question to use for this week's poll, I received an email about some newly added genetic relatives of mine, and decided the topic of genetic testing might make for an interesting poll.
I've seen lots of reactions to the idea of genetic testing. Some very positive about wanting to contribute to research. Some very negative about the potential big-brother aspects of others knowing your genetic heritage. And both positive and negative reactions from folks that would either like or not like to find out if they have a genetic predisposition to a medical condition.
Personally, I've answered a significant number of surveys from the genetic testing service I used to contribute to efforts to correlate genes with personal characteristics. And I personally believe that understanding the correlation between genetics and various medical treatments will play a significant role in improving health care over the longer term.
For this week's poll I invite you to share your thoughts about genetic testing in a post in addition to voting in the poll.
Oh, and as an affiliate, I do have to point out that many of the genetic testing services have affiliate programs.
Michael