Question

Which of the following provisions is NOT part of GINA (Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act):

Select one:

A. Prohibits employers from requesting or purchasing genetic information about an employee or any member of the employee’s family.

B. Prohibits insurers from requiring or requesting that any individual take any genetic test.

C. Prohibits the legal system from applying malpractice lawsuits to genetically centered companies.

D. Prohibits both employers and health insurers from disclosing genetic information about an individual.

E. Prohibits insurers from using genetic information to determine an individual’s eligibility for health insurance or to set the amount of an individual’s premium for either individual or group health care coverage.

F. Prohibits employers from requiring any genetic test as a condition of hiring, firing, compensation, etc.

Answer 1

The provisions, which is not a part of GINA is 'B'

GINA is a civil rights legislation. Which protect individuals from the unwanted use of their genetic information. Health insurers that research in collaboration with a research organisation can request that a participant in a clinical study undergo genetic testing, but the information can not use for any other purpose..and also allows them to participate freely in research studies without fear of the information having a negative impact on their insurance premiums. which also prohibits genetic discrimination in employment.