Factors affecting the development of genetic testing service by using quantitative SWOT analysis

VernacularTitle:定量态势分析法分析我国基因检测服务发展影响因素的研究
Author: Heling BAO ; Hongman WANG
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Genomics; Questionnaries; Risk reduction behavior
From: Chinese Journal of Health Management 2011;05(2):99-103
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To analyze the factors affecting the development of genome technology-based genetic testing services. Methods Purposive sampling was used to select experts in the field of genome or genetic testing. Following interview with 11 experts,data was obtained from 25 individuals and analyzed by using quantitative SWOT analysis, including the concept of SWOT method, Analytic Hierarchy Process,Internal Factor Evaluation ( IFE ) Matrix, and External Factor Evaluation ( EFE ) Matrix. Consistent ratio (CR) was chosen to test the logic. Results Of the 15 critical affecting factors, the weighting coefficient of deficiency of laws and market regulations, state supporting policies, and lack of intellectual property protection was 0. 099,0. 091 and 0. 087, respectively. The development of genetic testing services was found in the third quadrant of SWOT analysis. Conclusion These findings suggest that defensive strategy should be taken to improve genetic testing services and to reduce the risk of genetic testing.