Describe any 3 controversies that could arise if genetic testing of everyone were to become routine and required
• It is possible that people's genetic information could be distributed to third parties unintentionally. Many computer databases are susceptible to infiltration by individuals with computer "hacking" skills.
• It is possible that nutritional supplement companies could get access to people's genetic information and try to sell them expensive supplements that may not be proven to work.
• It is also possible that medical insurance companies could use the genetic information to deny coverage to individuals who may be at higher risk of a disease with a genetic component.
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