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BIO Comments on Flaws in Report on Gene Patents and Patient Access to Genetic Tests

Recommendations in the Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health and Society draft report on Gene Patenting and Licensing and Their Impact on Patient Access to Genetic Tests would restrict the ability to obtain or undermine the enforceability of patents and exclusive licenses with respect to genetic tests.