Interpreting humanity's genes

Abstract Genetic medicine is said to be entering another era. Recent technological developments such as high resolution array techniques and next-generation sequencing have dramatically increased the power of genetic testing. However, the function of the majority of genes remains unknown. The comple...

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Published in:European journal of medical genetics 2009-11, Vol.52 (6), p.379-380
Main Authors: Shaw, Adam C, Hennekam, Raoul C.M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Follow-up
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Gene Expression
General aspects. Genetic counseling
Genetic Variation
Genetics
Genetics of eukaryotes. Biological and molecular evolution
Genetics, Medical
Humans
Medical Education
Medical genetics
Medical sciences
Natural history
Syndrome
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Summary:Abstract Genetic medicine is said to be entering another era. Recent technological developments such as high resolution array techniques and next-generation sequencing have dramatically increased the power of genetic testing. However, the function of the majority of genes remains unknown. The complex interactions underpinning gene expression in humans can be studied only in part by laboratory and animal studies, and will require studies in humans. Consequently, observational studies which systematically record human phenotype data are urgently needed to interpret molecular genetic variation.
ISSN:1769-7212
1878-0849
DOI:10.1016/j.ejmg.2009.08.002