The Value of Genetic and Genomic Technologies : Workshop Summary

Knowing one's genetic disposition to a variety of diseases, including common chronic diseases, can benefit both the individual and society at large.

The IOM's Roundtable on Translating Genomic-Based Research for Health held a workshop on March 22, 2010, to bring together diverse perspectives on the value of genetic testing, and to discuss its use in clinical practice. Table of ContentsFront Matter1 Introduction2 Tumor-Based Screening for Lynch Syndrome3 Pharmacogenomic Testing to Guide Warfarin Dosing4 Genomic Profiling5 Closing RemarksReferencesAppendix A: Workshop AgendaAppendix B: Speaker Biographical SketchesAppendix C: Lynch Syndrome Topic BriefAppendix D: Warfarin Topic BriefAppendix E: Genomic Profiling Topic Brief