Online Gene Tests: Anyone purchased one of these tests? April 29, 2008
Posted by Dr. Bertalan Meskó in Genetic testing.trackback
For an upcoming series on genetic testing, a major TV network would like to interview a person who has ordered an online gene test to assess their future risk of getting certain diseases, and would like to share their experience and reaction to their test results. Twelve complaints have been filed with the California Dept of Health, and the New York State Dept of Health has sent letters explaining the legal ramifications of testing New York residents without the proper clinical laboratory permit. Most of these complaints are anonymous. Would anyone speak on-camera to their issues and share their personal experience ordering one of these tests?
Please e-mail: Gabrielle [at] caa.columbia.edu
I emailed this person and offered my perspective. The response was somewhat odd. Basically, they said “we’re looking to interview someone who has been wronged.” They had no interest in my non-angry perspective.
You know Chris, that’s the media.
They only look for angry customers. A positive feedback is not so interesting.
“I’ve already got the story … now all I need are the facts to support it!”
What’s that called in science? Oh yeah, “selection bias.”