Fabricated genetic analyses can take various forms, from altered existing reports to entirely manufactured documents. An example includes a document purporting to establish paternity or another biological relationship where no such relationship exists, created using falsified data or manipulated imagery of an authentic report.
The existence and potential use of falsified genetic analyses raises significant ethical and legal concerns. Accurate genetic information plays a crucial role in legal proceedings, medical diagnoses, and personal decision-making. Compromising the integrity of these analyses can have profound consequences, including miscarriages of justice, inaccurate medical treatment, and emotional distress. Historically, the difficulty in creating credible forgeries served as a safeguard. However, advancements in technology have made generating realistic-looking but ultimately fraudulent reports easier, underscoring the importance of verification and scrutiny.