Human Genomics Flashcards
What is human genomics
The study of the human genome
What is the genome
The entire hereditary information encoded in an organisms DNA
What is the genome composed of ?
1) Genes that code for the production of proteins
2) Other DNA sequences that do not code for proteins
What are the benefits of personalised medicine
- Increases drug efficacy
- Reduces adverse side effects
What is genomic sequencing?
The sequence of nucleotide bases can be identified for individual genes and entire genomes using computer programmes
What is bioinformatics?
The use of computer and statistical analysis to compare sequence data
What is personalised medicine?
The use of an individual’s genome information to select the most effective drug and dosage to treat their disease
What is pharmacogenetics?
The use of an individual’s genome information to determine
drug choice
What information can we gain from an individual’s personal genome?
An individual’s genome information can be analysed to predict the likelihood of developing certain diseases
