Exome sequencing improves doctors’ ability to diagnose hard-to-pin-down neurogenetic disorders
April 5, 2016
Exome sequencing, which involves determining the order of all of the genes in a person’s genome, is more efficient and less costly than the more commonly used type of genetic testing.
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A UCLA study led by Brent Fogel (Neurology) highlights the benefits of using a molecular genetic test called exome sequencing to accurately and quickly diagnose many rare neurological diseases. The process involves determining the order of all of the genes in a person’s genome. UCLA researchers concluded there are many benefits to insurance companies covering this test, given it is more efficient and less costly than the more commonly used type of genetic testing.
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