Disclaimer

Important information about the scope and limitations of this service

What MyDNA Explainer is NOT
  • A medical device or diagnostic tool
  • A substitute for genetic counseling
  • A replacement for healthcare provider advice
  • A source of treatment or medication recommendations
  • A tool for making medical decisions
  • A way to diagnose diseases or conditions
  • A predictor of your health outcomes
What MyDNA Explainer IS
  • An educational resource for understanding genetic terminology
  • A tool to help prepare questions for your healthcare provider
  • A plain-language translator for technical genetic terms
  • A starting point for learning about genetics
  • A way to look up publicly available variant information
Full Disclaimer

1. Educational Purpose Only

The information provided by MyDNA Explainer is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, genetic counselor, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or genetic test results.

2. No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of MyDNA Explainer does not create a doctor-patient, genetic counselor-client, or any other healthcare provider relationship. The information provided is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation.

3. Limitations of Automated Analysis

This tool uses artificial intelligence to analyze genetic report text. While we strive for accuracy, automated analysis has limitations:

  • The AI may misinterpret or miss important information
  • Context that a human expert would consider may be missed
  • Rare variants or unusual report formats may not be handled correctly
  • The tool cannot consider your full medical history

4. ClinVar Data Limitations

Variant lookup results come from the ClinVar database, which:

  • Is NOT intended for direct diagnostic use (as stated by NCBI)
  • Contains submissions of varying quality and evidence levels
  • May have classifications that change over time
  • Does not include all known genetic variants
  • May have conflicting interpretations from different laboratories

5. No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we make every effort to provide accurate information, we make no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided. Use of this service is at your own risk.

6. Not a Substitute for Professional Advice

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call emergency services immediately.

7. Genetic Information is Complex

Genetic test results must be interpreted in the context of:

  • Your personal medical history
  • Your family medical history
  • The specific test methodology used
  • Current scientific knowledge (which evolves)
  • Your individual circumstances

Only qualified healthcare professionals can provide this contextual interpretation.

8. Liability Limitation

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MyDNA Explainer and its operators shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

  • Use or inability to use this service
  • Any information obtained through this service
  • Decisions made based on information from this service
  • Errors or omissions in the content

9. Consult Qualified Professionals

We strongly recommend that you:

  • Consult a certified genetic counselor for interpretation of genetic test results
  • Speak with your healthcare provider about any health concerns
  • Do not make medical decisions based solely on information from this website

10. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

11. Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified disclaimer.