Scientific Standards for 23andMe's Health and Trait Reports

# Executive Summary This white paper details the scientific standards employed by 23andMe for their Health and Trait reports, focusing on: - **Clinical and Analytical Validity**: Reports must meet strict standards for validity and reliability. - **Evidence Sources**: Genetic associations are based on peer-reviewed studies and clinical guidelines. - **Report Types**: Includes Carrier Status, Genetic Health Risk, and Pharmacogenetics reports, each with specific criteria for variant inclusion. - **Regulatory Compliance**: All reports are regulated by the U.S. FDA to ensure clinical and analytical validity. - **Evaluation Criteria**: Studies are assessed for population size, methodology, and statistical significance to ensure robust findings.