Consumer use and response to online third-party raw DNA interpretation services.

ABSTRACT:

Background

With the availability of raw DNA generated from direct-to-consumer (DTC) testing companies, there has been a proliferation of third-party online services that are available to interpret the raw data for both genealogy and/or health purposes. This study examines the current landscape and downstream clinical implications of consumer use of third-party services.

Methods

Study participants were recruited online from social media platforms. A total of 321 survey respondents reported using third-party services for raw DNA interpretation.

Results

Participants were highly motivated to explore raw DNA for ancestral information (67%), individual health implications (62%), or both (40%). Participants primarily used one of seven companies to interpret raw DNA; 73% used

SUBMITTER: Wang C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5823680 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature