S16·E10 Confronting the Killer Gene
Synopsis
Arlo, Nancy and Janice each have a 50/50 chance of developing a devastating nerve disorder. A laboratory test can tell them if in fact they will fall victim. In their shoes, would you take the test? Thousands of others face a similar choice: to know, or not know, if they will carry the genetic time bomb of Huntington's disease. NOVA looks at this incurable disease which affects 20,000 people in the US and threatens tens of thousands of others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 16 Episode 10 of NOVA air?
Season 16, Episode 10 ('Confronting the Killer Gene') originally aired on March 28, 1989.
How long is Season 16 Episode 10 ('Confronting the Killer Gene')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in NOVA Season 16 Episode 10?
Arlo, Nancy and Janice each have a 50/50 chance of developing a devastating nerve disorder. A laboratory test can tell them if in fact they will fall victim. In their shoes, would you take the test? Thousands of others face a similar choice: to know, or not know, if they will carry the genetic time ...
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