Question

Using your knowledge of DNA, genes, and their functions or malfunctions answer the following questions. Why do you think in-home DNA testing kits, like family tree ancestry, genetic testing, DNA, etc. are so popular? Should it be? What would be some advantages or disadvantages to knowing this information about yourself or relatives?

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Answer 1

DNA testing kits are accepted among today’s generation like genetic testing, family tree ancestry, DNA.

DNA testing kits expose DNA coding and genetic mutations. Therefore, it helps the patients in identifying the disorder and taking suitable actions to treat these disorders.

These tests are better to some degree as it allows the patient to save his life by taking the precautionary measure to deal with genetic disorders.

Advantages	Disadvantages
1. Such a test helps to identify the genetic disorder in the patients.	1. If such a test is done during the pregnancy on the fetus. It causes serious disorders as the amniotic fluid will be needed for this test.
2. It helps in identifying any serious genetic disorder.	2. If the test is positive then it leads to the emotional breakdown of the patient.
3. It aids the patient to obtain the safety measures to cope up with the disorder.	3. It leads to the mental instability of the patient.