by Danielle Bonadies | Jan 22, 2019 | Multimedia
In this podcast episode of “Patient Stories with Grey Genetics,” My Gene Counsel’s president and CEO, Ellen Matloff, opens up about her path to genetic counseling, her thoughts on direct-to-consumer DNA testing, how she sees the role of genetic...
by Danielle Bonadies | Dec 22, 2018 | News
Millions of consumers have already had genetic testing using a direct-to-consumer (DTC) kit, and thousands more will find one under their Christmas tree in a few days. In addition to learning that they are 14% Dutch and have sticky ear wax, thousands of people will...
by Danielle Bonadies | Jul 11, 2018 | News
As a certified genetic counselor, one of the most common questions I’m asked is whether people who are adopted should have DNA testing through a direct-to-consumer (DTC) testing company. I’ve found that the reasons adoptees, or the parents of...
by Danielle Bonadies | May 28, 2018 | News
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) testing is exactly what the name implies: a test sold directly to the consumer, without the help of a healthcare professional. You can pick up a kit online, at the drugstore, or even at the dollar store (!) that you can use to determine if you...
by Danielle Bonadies | Apr 28, 2018 | News
DNA saved the day this week, bringing the long sought-after Golden State Killer to justice. After decades of evading arrest, the serial murderer and rapist was tracked down through genealogy testing. Genetic victory, right? So why my insomnia? Lying in bed, my...
