Human Genomics Flashcards
What is meant by a genome of an organism?
The genome of an organism is its entire hereditary information encoded in DNA
What is a genome made up of?
A genome is made up of genes and other DNA sequences that do not code for proteins
In genomic sequencing, what can the sequence of nucleotide bases be determined for?
The sequence of nucleotide bases can be determined for individual genes and entire genomes in genomic sequencing
What can be used to identify base sequences by looking for sequences similar to known genes?
Computer programs
What are computer programs used for in human genomics.
Computer programs are used to identify base sequences by looking for sequences similar to known genes
What is bioinformatics?
Bioinformatics is the process by which sequence data is compared using computers and statistical analyses.
What can an individuals genome be analysed for?
To predict the likelihood of developing certain diseases.
What is pharmacogenetics?
Pharmacogenetics is the use of genome information in the choice of drugs.
What is personalised medicine?
Personalised medicine is the use of an individuals personal genome sequence to select the most effective drugs and dosages to treat an individuals diseases.
