Human Genomics Flashcards
What is a genome?
The entire hereditary information
of an organism, encoded in DNA
From what 2 things is the genome
made?
Genes and other DNA sequences
that do not code for proteins
What can the sequence of bases in
genomic sequencing determine?
Individual genes and entire genomes
What can be used to identify base
sequences by looking for sequences
similar to known genes?
Computer programs
How can computer programs be used
to aid human genomics?
They can identify base sequences
by looking for sequences similar to
known genes
Another name for computer and
statistical analyses used in genomics
Bioinformatics
Why use bioinformatics in genomic
studies?
To compare genome sequence data
Why might an individual’s genome be
analysed?
To predict the likelihood of
developing certain diseases
Which study uses genome
information in the choice of drug to
treat disease?
Pharmacogenetics
What is meant by personalised
medicine?
The use of an individuals personal
genome sequence to select the
most effective drugs and dosage
to treat their disease
