Ask the Harvard Experts: Will a Genetic Test Predict My Disease Risk?

Genetic Test: Image of light blue DNA strand on darker blue background

Q: I am considering ordering a genetic test to see if I am at risk for cancer or Alzheimer’s disease. What are the pros and cons? A: That’s a question many people are asking now that the FDA has given the green light to third-party direct-to-consumer (DTC) test kits that look for genetic risk information. […]