Genetic Research
News on genome-wide association studies, genotyping, metagenomics, basic research in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
As Alzheimer's Dx Comparison Study Wraps Up, Researchers Plan to Add Genomic, Proteomic Profiling
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Results from the Global Alzheimer's Platform cross-sectional study are expected in July 2023 with a second longitudinal study to be finished by the end of 2024.
Bionano Genomics Launches CLIA-Certified Laboratory, First OGM-Based Test
Bionano Laboratories will offer services to clinical customers seeking to implement OGM for routine diagnostic use.
Critics of the bill suggested that it would allow patents on pathogen genetic material, which could hamper the ability to test and treat in future pandemics.
ACMG Review Finds NIPS Accurately Detects Common Trisomies in General-Risk Pregnancies
The review is going to inform upcoming clinical practice guidelines for noninvasive prenatal screening from the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics.
Mayo Clinic, Personalis Ink Comprehensive Genomics Research Collaboration
Investigators intend to offer Personalis' comprehensive genomics testing to consenting patients for both clinical use and to aggregate data for ongoing research.