Genetic Discrimination
/ˌdʒɛnɪtɪk dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Unlawful or prejudicial treatment of individuals based on their genetic characteristics or predispositions.
The law protects employees from genetic discrimination during hiring and insurance decisions.
Forms
- genetic discrimination
- genetic discriminations
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Commentary
Often arises in contexts involving employment, insurance, and health care; legislation like GINA in the U.S. explicitly prohibits such discrimination.
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