Genetics Cryobank App Privacy Policy
Introduction
Genetics Cryobank is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and security of our clients’ personal, health, and genetic information. Our app facilitates the secure purchase of genetic samples and IVF-related products. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and protection of your information, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information Collection and Use
Under GDPR and HIPAA: We collect only the information necessary for fulfilling the services requested, including personal identification data (such as name, email, contact information), health information, and genetic data critical for IVF procedures. The collection and processing of this data are based on your explicit consent and are essential for the services we provide.
Sensitive Data Handling: Health and genetic information are considered sensitive under GDPR and protected health information under HIPAA. We apply stringent security measures and confidentiality agreements to ensure the integrity and protection of your data.
Your Rights under GDPR
GDPR grants you several rights concerning your personal data:
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Right to Access: You have the right to access your personal data stored by us.
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Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data.
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Right to Erasure: Under certain conditions, you may request the deletion of your personal data.
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Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.
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Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
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Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
HIPAA Compliance
As a provider handling health-related information, we are compliant with HIPAA regulations, ensuring:
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Privacy of Health Information: We use your health information only for the purposes of providing you with our services, processing payments, and as required by law.
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Security Measures: We implement physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your health information.
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Breach Notification: In the unlikely event of a breach, we will notify you in accordance with HIPAA regulations and take immediate steps to mitigate the breach’s impact.
Data Security
We employ state-of-the-art security measures to protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of the information under our control. Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Updates will be effective upon posting.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights as described above, please contact us at info@geneticscryobank.com.