What genetic information protections does HIPAA and GINA provide?

• A. Genetic information is not protected by HIPAA.
• B. HIPAA treats genetic information as PHI; GINA prohibits health insurers from using genetic information for underwriting.
• C. HIPAA treats genetic information as PHI; GINA prohibits health insurers from using genetic information for underwriting and restricts employment discrimination based on genetic data.
• D. GINA allows unlimited use of genetic information by employers.

Answer: (C)