A test offered on the Web by a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company genotypes a gene for ability to taste bitter substances.This test is not regulated by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)because
A)the test is not expensive.
B)the test provides information,not a diagnosis.
C)the test is offered in a state of the U.S.not covered by these regulations.
D)the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act outlawed CLIA.
E)it is not accurate.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

CLIA regulations only apply to tests that provide a diagnosis or healthcare information. As this test only provides information on taste sensitivity, it falls outside the scope of CLIA regulation.

A Test Offered on the Web by a Direct-To-Consumer Genetic