How is genomics being used to classify disease?

In this video, Eric Green, MD, Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute, explains how analyzing patterns of DNA may help classify disease.

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Up Next

  • How can genomics be used to tailor cancer treatment?

  • How does genomics result in better treatment?

  • How does genomics help guide precision medicine?

  • Will genomics lead to designer medication?

  • What does precision medicine mean?

  • What is epigenomics?

  • What is precision medicine?

  • Do I need to know if I'm at risk for an incurable disease?

  • What is the importance of the microbiome and will it lead to cures?

  • How would you define diabetes?

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