Controversy and Debate on Clinical Genomics Sequencing - Paper 2: Clinical Genome-Wide Sequencing: Don't Throw Out the Baby With The Bathwater!

Genome-wide (exome or whole genome) sequencing with appropriate genetic counselling should be considered for any patient with a suspected mendelian disease that has not been identified by conventional testing.Clinical genome-wide sequencing provides a powerful and effective meansof identifying specific genetic causes of serious disease and improving clinical care.

Source: Journal of Clinical Epidemiology - September 12, 2017 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Shelin Adam, Jan M. Friedman Source Type: research