Privacy Policy
Genomic Sentinel is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal and genomic data. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Privacy at a Glance
End-to-end encryption for all genomic data
No selling of personal or genetic data
HIPAA, GDPR, and GINA compliant
You control your data at all times
Information We Collect
We collect different categories of data to provide our genomic intelligence services. Each category has specific retention periods and legal protections.
Genomic Data
- Raw sequencing data (FASTQ, BAM, VCF files)
- Variant call files and annotations
- Gene expression profiles
- Epigenetic markers and methylation data
- Pharmacogenomic profiles
Clinical Data
- Patient demographics (de-identified)
- Medical history summaries
- Laboratory results
- Treatment records
- Consent documentation
Account Data
- User credentials and authentication tokens
- Organization information
- Billing and payment records
- Communication preferences
- Audit logs and access records
Technical Data
- IP addresses and device identifiers
- Browser and system information
- Usage analytics and patterns
- Error logs and diagnostics
- API access logs
Compliance Frameworks
We maintain compliance with major privacy and data protection regulations worldwide.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
U.S. federal law protecting sensitive patient health information
Your Privacy Rights
You have comprehensive rights over your personal and genomic data. Exercise these rights at any time through your account dashboard or by contacting us.
Right to Access
Request a copy of all personal and genomic data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Restrict Processing
Request limitation of how we process your personal data.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Special Provisions for Genomic Data
Genetic information receives enhanced protections under our policy
No Genetic Discrimination
We will never share your genetic information with employers, insurers, or any third party that could use it for discriminatory purposes. This commitment goes beyond legal requirements under GINA.
Research Use Consent
Your genomic data will only be used for research purposes if you provide explicit, informed consent. You may withdraw this consent at any time, and your data will be removed from any ongoing research studies.
Family Member Considerations
We recognize that genetic information may have implications for biological relatives. We provide guidance on sharing genetic findings with family members and maintain strict confidentiality unless you authorize disclosure.
Incidental Findings Protocol
If our analysis reveals clinically significant incidental findings, we follow ACMG guidelines for disclosure. You may opt in or out of receiving incidental findings through your consent preferences.
Privacy Questions or Concerns?
Our Data Protection Officer is available to address any privacy-related inquiries.
Data Protection Officer
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