Each week, we answer frequently asked questions about life during the coronavirus crisis. If you have a question you'd like us to consider for a future post, email us at [email protected] with the ...

Molecular testing, or molecular diagnostics, refers to a group of tests that look at the genetic material in a specimen. It can detect genetic risk factors for certain diseases or provide evidence of ...

STI testing can check for chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, HIV, and other conditions. Testing is based on a blood or urine sample or a swab. People can have a test in a doctor’s office, clinic, or, in ...

You can't place orders for at-home COVID testing kits anymore, but there are still resources available for free testing. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been covering ...

When the Human Genome Project concluded 21 years ago, it opened the door for genetic testing and a promise for lifesaving screenings and personalized medicine. An innovation that serves as a key ...

Both breast and ovarian cancer risk is influenced by a variety of factors, including age, family history, lifestyle, and more. Variations in two specific genes, BRCA1 and BRCA2, also influence the ...