Enhancing the Participation of African Americans in Health-Related Genetic Research: Findings of a Collaborative Academic and Community-Based Research Study

Table 3

Factors associated with willingness to engage in health-related genetic research (𝑁=212).

Variable	𝜒^2	df	P
Knowledge about principles and implications of genetics
Awareness of implications of late parity on heritable diseases	7.346	2	.025
Understanding of patterns of transmission of heritable disorders	4.07	1	.045
Awareness of tests and procedures used in genetic testing	4.343	1	.037
Understanding of benefits and risks of genetic testing	49.787	35	.050
Perceptions regarding utility of genetic testing	4.176	1	.042
Provider trust and involvement in health care decisions	8.648	3	.034
Previous involvement in health-related research	4.226	1	.040