New genetic risk test estimates inherited risk for cardiovascular conditions
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Mass General Brigham Apr 29 2026 Researchers at Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute and collaborators have developed and validated a new genetic risk test that can estimate a person's inherited risk for eight common cardiovascular conditions, offering a more comprehensive approach to prevention. In their validation study, they showed that individuals with high genetic risk scores had significantly greater odds of developing disease compared to those with average risk. Results are
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