Ancestry Versus Race in Human Genetics
To account for genetic diversity and increase diagnostic accuracy, it is suggested to distinguish between a patient's ancestry and their race. Focusing on an individual's ancestry, rather than relying on racial categories, facilitates a greater and more accurate understanding of human genetic diversity.
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