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Gene Therapy Works in SCID With No Risk of Leukemia

NEW ORLEANS -- Genetic therapy appeared to restore the immune system of patients with X-linked severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), but without leading to leukemia as a side effect, researchers reported here.

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Docs Contradict NCAA on Sickle Cell Trait Tests

The American Society of Hematology is challenging the major college sports organization over its policy on sickle cell trait testing for athletes.

Ancestry Testing Has Limitations, Genetics Society Warns

PHILADELPHIA -- Inexpensive genetic testing that purportedly traces a person's ancestry to historical figures such as Mongolian warlord Genghis Khan is more titillating than medically relevant, suggested guidelines by the American Society of Human Genetics.