Unit 5 - Human Genomics Flashcards
what is the 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
what determines the sequence of individual genes and entire genomes
In genomic sequencing the sequence of nucleotide bases can be determined for individual genes and entire genomes
what can be used to identify base sequences, and how?
computer programs can be used to identify base sequences by looking for sequences similar to known genes
what is needed to compare sequence data
to compare sequence data, computer and statistical analyses (bioinformatics) are required
what can a persons genome be used for
an individuals genome can be analysed to predict the likelihood of developing certain diseases.
what is Pharmacogenetics
Pharmacogenetics is the use of genome information in the choice of drugs.
why are genomes important to Pharmacogenetics.
An individuals personal genome sequence can be used to select the most effective drugs and dosage to treat their diseases (personalised medicine).
