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Purpose Limitation Health

Meaning

Purpose Limitation in Health is a core ethical and clinical principle that mandates that all sensitive physiological data, including detailed hormonal profiles and biometric measurements, collected from an individual must only be processed for the explicit, legitimate, and clearly specified purpose communicated at the time of initial collection. This fundamental principle strictly prevents the secondary, unauthorized repurposing of health data, such as using wellness program metrics for insurance underwriting or employment screening. It is a vital safeguard that reinforces patient trust and autonomy in the clinical setting.