Genetic testing will:
A)identify every allele of every gene you carry.
B)tell you whether or not you will contract breast cancer or Type II diabetes.
C)identify some alleles of some of your genes.
D)identify every risk factor you have for the most common types of cancer as well as for cardiovascular disease.
E)None of the answer options is correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Genetic testing can only identify certain alleles of certain genes, not every allele of every gene. It can also provide information about the likelihood of developing certain conditions, but it cannot definitively predict whether or not a person will contract a specific disease. Therefore, option C is the most accurate choice.

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