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The Israel-based company is offering 11 genetic risk tests, three polygenic risk tests and 15 carrier status reports.
The platform, called Fox Insight Data Exploration Network, is set to combine patient surveys with genetic information for Parkinson's research.
The companies will provide certain consumers an easy-to-understand report describing their recent tests, and may receive another at little to no cost if recommended by a genetic counselor.
Reactions to the news are mixed, with some experts saying the test is unlikely to make much of a difference.
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Users of Lark's Wellness Program and Diabetes Prevention Program will now be able to integrate a user's genetic data from 23andMe to get a more personalized experince.
While the test offers information on whether or not certain treatments may be effective, the regulatory agency stressed that the results should never be used in care decisions.
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