Balancing Economic Efficiency and Ethical Concerns in Genetic Testing for Insurance Coverage

Discussion Questions:

1. Cost-Effective Measures for Patients with Defective BRCA Genes: Discuss the most cost-effective diagnostic and preventive measures for these patients. Include potential benefits and drawbacks.

2. Cost-Effective Measures for Patients Without Defective BRCA Genes: What are the most economically efficient diagnostic and preventive measures for these patients? How do they compare to those for patients with the defective gene?

3. Economic Impact with or without Genetic Information: How would the economic efficiencies change based on whether insurance companies have access to this genetic information?

Instructions:

1. Report Structure:

   • Introduction: Briefly introduce the topic and outline the scope of your discussion.
   • Discussion Questions: Allocate one section to each question. Each section should include an analysis of the issue, supporting arguments, and counterarguments.
   • Conclusion: Summarize your group’s collective stance on the issues.
   • References: Cite any references used to support your arguments.

2. Length: The main text of your report should be between 800-1200 words and double spaced. You can include additional figures, graphs, tables and other supporting evidences in the Appendix, which does not count toward the page and word limit.