DTC genetic testing

Lawmakers have asked four direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies to explain their privacy policies and security measures, according to Stat News.

A Bloomberg reporter tried to get her genetic data deleted, but found it's not so simple to do.

A direct-to-consumer genetic testing company sent out used spit kits, CNBC reports.

MyHeritage experienced a data breach in which all of its users' email addresses were exposed, according to Stat News.

NPR conducted a poll that asked people in the US about genetic testing to find that about a third have considered it.

Popular Science looks into the data direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies share and how customers can opt out.

The Atlantic reports that genetic counselors are coping with an influx of patients seeking advice on their direct-to-consumer genetic test results.

A genetic counselor sent in a blank sample for analysis by a genetic testing company and writes at The DNA Exchange that she received a report back.

An NBC Chicago reporter submitted his and his dog's DNA for testing with a number of direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies.