Human Genomics Flashcards

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What is meant by a genome of an organism?

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The genome of an organism is its entire hereditary information encoded in DNA

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What is a genome made up of?

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A genome is made up of genes and other DNA sequences that do not code for proteins

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In genomic sequencing, what can the sequence of nucleotide bases be determined for?

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The sequence of nucleotide bases can be determined for individual genes and entire genomes in genomic sequencing

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What can be used to identify base sequences by looking for sequences similar to known genes?

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Computer programs

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What are computer programs used for in human genomics.

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Computer programs are used to identify base sequences by looking for sequences similar to known genes

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What is bioinformatics?

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Bioinformatics is the process by which sequence data is compared using computers and statistical analyses.

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What can an individuals genome be analysed for?

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To predict the likelihood of developing certain diseases.

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What is pharmacogenetics?

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Pharmacogenetics is the use of genome information in the choice of drugs.

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What is personalised medicine?

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Personalised medicine is the use of an individuals personal genome sequence to select the most effective drugs and dosages to treat an individuals diseases.

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