Genetic testing is becoming increasingly popular – it seems to be able to tell you everything: from the risk of hereditary diseases to a predisposition to sports or a certain type of diet. But is this information really necessary for everyone? And what should you do if the result shows a “dangerous” mutation?

Dmytro Mykytenko (photo provided by Dmytro Mykytenko)Dmytro Mykytenko (photo provided by Dmytro Mykytenko)

Especially for LIGA.net Dmitry Mykytenko, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Geneticist, and Founder of the Genetic Center for Motherhood and Childhood, said:

  • who really needs genetic testing;
  • the main types of DNA testing and their differences;
  • accuracy of tests and possible errors;
  • what diseases can be detected using DNA;
  • what the result means regarding susceptibility to cancer or other diseases;
  • how much the tests cost and what determines the price.

Should you get genetic tests “just in case”?