The human genome project has allowed for great progress in identifying genetic markers for disease. Which of the following would be considered an ethical misuse of this information? A.) Providing guidance to the individual based on the genetic information collected B.) Sharing genetic information with an individual''s designated medical professionals C.) Allowing scientists to add an individual''s genetic information to a body of information about the disease D.) Using an individual''s genetic information to decide who can be covered for health insurance

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Justin Underwood

22 January, 16:20

The human genome project has allowed for great progress in identifying genetic markers for disease. Which of the following would be considered an ethical misuse of this information? A.) Providing guidance to the individual based on the genetic information collected B.) Sharing genetic information with an individual''s designated medical professionals C.) Allowing scientists to add an individual''s genetic information to a body of information about the disease D.) Using an individual''s genetic information to decide who can be covered for health insurance

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Easton Robbins · Answer 1

"D.) Using an individual''s genetic information to decide who can be covered for health insurance" would be unethical. All people should have equal opportunity for insurance.