23andme, a company that does mail-in DNA testing, has develo…
23andme, a company that does mail-in DNA testing, has developed very accurate tests for identifying mutations in BRCA genes. The US Food and Drug Administration will allow the company to sell these kits to individuals who want to test their DNA for these mutations. Characterize the following arguments for and against this use of mail-in DNA kits, based on the pillars of ethics we have discussed.Pro: Home DNA testing kits are cheaper than tests conducted in a doctor’s office, making them accessible to people who have low incomes and/or who lack health insuranceCon: Home DNA testing kits give results without the supervision of a genetic counselor, doctor, or other professsional. People may make poor health decisions based on test results that they do not fully understand.