Under the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) it is unlawful for an employer to request, require or purchase genetic information related to employees of their families. List at least three exceptions to this rule

Answer 1

(1) Where an employer inadvertently requests or requires family medical history of the employee or their family members. (2) Where health or genetic services are offered by the employer including such services offered as part of a wellness program. (3) Where the employer provides prior, knowing, voluntary, and written authorization. (4) Where only the employee and the licensed health care professional or certified genetic counselor receives specific information and the employer receives aggregate, not individually identified genetic information. (5) Where medical history is requested in regard to a claim for Family and Medical Leave. (6) Where the information is to be used for genetic monitoring of the biological effects of toxic substances in the workplace, but only if employees are given notice, sign consent forms and receive results. The monitoring must either be required by law or the employee must give prior knowing, voluntary and written authorization.