Predisposing genetic characteristic definition

Predisposing genetic characteristic means any inherited gene or chromosome, or alteration thereof, and determined by a genetic test or inferred from information derived from an individual or family member that is scientifically or medically believed to predispose an individual or the offspring of that individual to a disease or disability, or to be associated with a
Predisposing genetic characteristic means any inherited gene or chromosome, or alteration thereof, and determined by a genetic test or inferred from information derived from an individual or family member that is scientifically or medically believed to predispose an individual or the offspring of that individual to a disease or disability, or to be associated with a statistically significant increased risk of development of a physical or mental disease or disability.” N.Y. Exec. Law § 292(21a). Examples include sickle cell trait and carriers of Tay-sachs disease.

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