Genome sequencing Flashcards
What is a genome
The genome of the organism is its entire hereditary information encoded in DNA.
What is a genome made of
The genome is made up of genes and other DNA sequences that do not code for proteins.
What is genome sequencing
• In genomic sequencing the sequencing of nucleotide bases can be determined for individual genes and entire genomes.
• Computer programmes can be used to identify base sequences by looking for the sequences similar to known genes.
How can you compare individuals genomes
To compare genomes from individuals this requires:
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sequence data
• computer and statistical analyses (bioinformatics)
What is pharmacogenetics
Pharmacogenetics is the use of genome information in the choice of drugs.
What is personalised medicine
An individual’s genome can be analysed to predict the likelihood of developing certain diseases. An individual’s genome can also be used to select the most effective drugs and dosage to treat their disease (personalised medicine).
