The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)
a. Protects individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information
b. Allows health insurance companies to deny coverage for pre-existing conditions
c. States employers may collect genetic information from employees as needed
d. Requires employees to report genetic disorders to their employer
ANS: A
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