Genetic-Testing Program (VIDEO)

University of Maryland Medical Center

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As part of a new personalized medicine initiative, the University of Maryland Medical Center is offering genetic testing to help doctors determine which medication a patient should take after a stenting procedure in order to prevent blood clots that could lead to serious -- and potentially fatal -- heart attacks and strokes.

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University of Maryland Medical Center

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