Table 2 Physicians’ level of genomic literacy
Genomic literacy | Little knowledge (%) | Knowledgeable (%) | Very knowledgeable (%) | Expert (%) | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Basic genetic principles (i.e., inherited patterns) | 6.45 | 54.8 | 35.5 | 3.2 | 2.36 (0.66) |
Newer genetic/genomic technologies (i.e., high-throughput sequencing, genotyping and copy number variation analysis) | 48.4 | 41.9 | 9 | 0 | 1.61 (0.67) |
The process of whole genome sequencing (i.e., features, eligibility criteria for sequencing, benefits, risks, and non-medical implications) | 38.7 | 45.2 | 9.7 | 3.2 | 1.77 (0.76) |