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- 1. the sequencing of human DNA in order to discover genetic differences, anomalies, or mutations that may prove pathological: "genetic testing for at-risk relatives"
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Genetic testing, also known as DNA testing, is used to identify changes in DNA sequence or chromosome structure. Genetic testing can also include measuring the results of genetic changes, such as RNA analysis as an output of gene expression, or through biochemical analysis to measure specific protein output. Wikipedia