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Genetic risk prediction models exhibit significant performance bias due to European-centric training data

Current polygenic risk scores demonstrate reduced clinical accuracy for non-European populations due to a lack of genetic diversity in training datasets. This systemic bias risks exacerbating existing health disparities as these tools are integrated into clinical practice.

New York Timesabout 8 hours agoUSCredibility 42%View source

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Source credibility0.4

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