Genetic Testing

Genetic testing, commonly known as DNA testing, allows for the determination of bloodlines and also the diagnosis of any vulnerabilities to genetic diseases. Genetic testing can be used to monitor genetic strengths and vulnerabilities of populations and is widely used in animal breeding. In agriculture, a specific type of genetic testing is known as progeny testing which is used to determine the quality of breeding stock. In humans, genetic testing can also be done to determine child’s parentage and is commonly called a paternity test or a biochemical test. Common types of genetic tests include cell-free foetal DNA, new-born screening, diagnostic testing, carrier testing, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, prenatal diagnosis, predictive and presymptomatic testing, pharmacogenomics, forensic testing, paternity testing, genealogical and DNA test. Genetic testing is widely used in the field of animal reproduction, farming and agriculture. It also used in forensics, law enforcement and for medical purposes.