genetic anonymity
[/dʒəˈnɛtɪk ənˈɒnɪməti/]
nounpl: genetic anonymities
anonimato genético
1. The condition or right of keeping one's genetic information, DNA profile, or biological ancestry confidential and unidentified
The donor requested genetic anonymity to protect their privacy.
O doador solicitou anonimato genético para proteger sua privacidade.
2. In medical and reproductive contexts, the practice of concealing the identity of biological donors or relatives in genetic testing
Genetic anonymity is often guaranteed in sperm and egg donation programs.
O anonimato genético é frequentemente garantido em programas de doação de esperma e óvulos.
3. The legal or ethical protection ensuring that genetic data cannot be traced back to an identifiable individual
The research study maintained genetic anonymity through coded samples.
O estudo de pesquisa manteve o anonimato genético através de amostras codificadas.
Genetic anonymity is a significant concern in Brazil and the USA, particularly in assisted reproduction, medical research, and ancestry testing. In Brazil, it's protected under bioethics regulations and data protection laws. In the USA, it relates to HIPAA compliance and genetic privacy rights. The concept has gained prominence with the rise of DNA testing companies and genetic databases.
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