Genetic test DTC ad draft resolution
This article was originally published in The Gray Sheet
Executive Summary
Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health & Society task force asserts genetic tests should not be sold directly to consumers "without the informed guidance of an appropriately trained healthcare professional." FDA should monitor genetic test marketing, explore ways to improve its oversight and work closely with the Federal Trade Commission to take action against firms engaging in misleading advertising, the task force urges. SACGHS will consider the draft resolution at its June 15 meeting in Bethesda, Md...