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Essays on 23andMe

2 essays

Nov 12, 2014SSC

How To Use 23andMe Irresponsibly

Scott Alexander explains how to interpret 23andMe genetic data using SNPedia, listing various SNPs and their alleged effects while emphasizing the unreliability of such interpretations.

13 min read 1,998 words

Nov 26, 2013SSC

A Letter I Will Probably Send To The FDA

Scott Alexander drafts a letter to the FDA arguing against their decision to halt 23andMe's genetic testing services, highlighting the benefits and addressing the FDA's concerns.

14 min read 2,049 words

23andMe FDA genetic research