What is a genetic passport? What is it needed for?

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Genetic passport is a document containing unique information about a part of a human genetic code. Doctors use this information to correct unfavourable effects of genes, e.g. in the case of the habitual non-carrying of pregnancy, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity and osteoporosis, and where you need to know an exact dosage for such blood thinners as Clopidogrel and Warfarin. A sports coach, together with a doctor (based on the information in a genetic passport), can plan training to achieve the best possible results, and parents can determine whether their child will be able to achieve high sporting results in the chosen type of sport or whether it is worth choosing something else. At the same time, a genetic passport will be useful not only for people with health problems, but also for people planning a surgery or athletes, coaches, future athletes and female athletes and, in fact, any person who wants to learn more about himself or herself — a footing for their health and talents. A genetic passport is a key to personalized medicine, an individual approach to each individual. This document is for life, and in our modern society, it is a must for everyone.