How could the issue of \"gene patenting\" affect patients? Access to genetic tes

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How could the issue of "gene patenting" affect patients?

Access to genetic testing will be improved.

Some clinical genetic tests may be very expensive.

Genetic science will be able to proceed at a more rapid pace.

Gene patenting is the stuff of science fiction and will not impact patient care.

Access to genetic testing will be improved.

Some clinical genetic tests may be very expensive.

Genetic science will be able to proceed at a more rapid pace.

Gene patenting is the stuff of science fiction and will not impact patient care.

Explanation / Answer

B. Some clinical genetic tests may be very expensive.

The gene patent holders use their exclusive control over the patented genes to charge exorbitant fees over genetic testing. Gene patenting prevents the development of affordable diagnostic tests for the public.

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