Genetic+Tests+of+Athletic+Prowess-+For+Babies

[|WIRED SCIENCE] (2008) This article, by WIRED SCIENCE, talks about how clinics are springing up all across the nation. These clinics are searching youth’s gene pool for traces of amino acid that is extremely helpful for determining what sport the child will excel at. ACTN3 is one particular gene that is closely monitored in this process, because it develops quick twitch muscles that are used in “burst sports.” This process could end up being detrimental to all sports, as it may deter some people who would have played a sport that was difficult for them. It’s also highly unreliable and can often be misinterpreted. So I believe that this process will be used by parents looking to focus their entire child’s attention on one sport, but I don’t believe it is in the best interest of sports. hfears