Genetic Testing
I went to the doctor's office just yesterday for some genetic testing (I have a 50% chance of having that darn BRCA1 gene mutation) and as part of the visit, they informed me ahead of time that it would include a breast and pelvic exam. Now seeing as this was a woman's clinic, I didn't think much of it. The doctor's first name was Raja, which sounded distinctly feminine (of course, thinking about it now, I remember the male tiger in Aladdin was named Raja, so that should have given me a clue). The night before, I checked the address of the place online and noticed all the doctors were male. Drat.

However, my nervousness was completely unfounded as the doctor and nurses there were some of the nicest I've ever met. He gave me a huge discount on the exam because I am a poor college student without health insurance and they're doing their best to get me further discounts on the extremely expensive genetic test. My vial of blood is on its way across the country to be tested now, and I am incredibly thankful to the clinic for making the process so much less stressful.
(Tarana, Thu 11 Mar 2010, 19:11, 1 reply)

Is BRCA1 the gene mutation
that allows you to move and manipulate metal objects with the power of thought?

Edit:*Googles BRCA1* Bugger. Not only is it not the aforementioned questioned gene but it's a horrible thing for a woman to have to experience, my apologies. *gets coat*
(Boiled_Tater is not the messiah, Thu 11 Mar 2010, 20:38, closed)