Concepts of Genetics (12th Edition)
Concepts of Genetics (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134604718
Author: William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer, Michael A. Palladino, Darrell Killian
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: Whether the sequencing of every newborn’s genome at the time of birth would make a sense someday.

Introduction: Genomic Sequencing and Newborn Screening Disorders (GSNSD) research program is underway to sequence the exomes and genomes of more than 1500 babies.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The advantages and concerns associated with DNA sequencing at the time of birth.

Introduction: In the United States, every year routine blood tests from a heel prick of newborn babies reveal rare genetic conditions in several thousand infants.

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