Direct to Consumer Testing: The Role of Laboratory Medicine, An Issue of Cardiology Clinics (Volume 40-1)

By Nicole V Tolan, Robert Nerenz
This issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest edited by Drs. Nicole V. Tolan and Robert Nerenz, will cover Direct to Consumer Testing: The Role of Laboratory Medicine. This issue is one of four selected each year by our Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Milenko Jovan Tanasijevic. Topics discussed in this issue will include: Health Literacy, Identifying Valuable Tests, Challenges with At-Home and Mail-In Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing, Self-Ordering and Interpretations, American Association for Clinical Chemistry Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing Position Statement, Data Disjunction, Integration of At-Home Testing, Wearable Devices, Oncogene Panels and Risk Calculations, Ethics, and Pharmacy’s Integration and Testing Offered,  among others.

Direct to consumer testing (DTC) is a growing trend in medicine. This type of testing, offered by companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA, provides individuals with access to their genetic information and health risks. The role of laboratory medicine in DTC testing is the topic of discussion in the latest issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest edited by Drs. Nicole V. Tolan and Robert Nerenz.

The issue covers a range of topics related to DTC testing, including health literacy, identifying valuable tests, challenges with at-home and mail-in genetic testing, self-ordering and interpretation, data disjunction, and more. The American Association for Clinical Chemistry’s DTC genetic testing position statement is also discussed, as are ethics and pharmacy integration.

The editors have done an excellent job of bringing together a diverse set of topics and opinions related to DTC testing. The articles are well-written and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of this rapidly developing field.

One of the standout articles in the issue is “Challenges with At-Home and Mail-In Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing.” The article highlights some of the limitations of the testing, such as the inability to provide comprehensive information about an individual’s health risks. The authors also discuss concerns about the accuracy of test results and the lack of regulation in the industry.

Another noteworthy article is “Integration of At-Home Testing and Wearable Devices.” The article explores the potential for wearable devices to provide individuals with personalized data on their health and wellness. The authors also discuss the challenges of integrating this data with other health information to provide a comprehensive picture of an individual’s health.

Overall, the issue provides a timely and important overview of the role of laboratory medicine in DTC testing. The editors have brought together a range of perspectives and opinions that will be of interest to healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the general public.

If you are interested in learning more about DTC testing and its role in healthcare, I highly recommend that you order a copy of this issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine. The articles are well-researched and thought-provoking, and the information provided will be of value to anyone with an interest in the field.

Reading this issue will not only provide you with a greater understanding of DTC testing but will also help you make more informed decisions about your health. You will gain insights into the benefits and limitations of this type of testing and be better equipped to evaluate the information provided by DTC testing companies.

In conclusion, if you are looking for a comprehensive overview of the role of laboratory medicine in DTC testing, I highly recommend that you order your copy of this issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine today. The information provided will be valuable to anyone interested in this rapidly developing field, and the insights gained will help you make more informed decisions about your health.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 1st edition (6 February 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323754449
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323754446