A new study has characterized the "average" human genome, providing key information on normal human genetic variation and genetic disease risk.
Researchers at the University of Exeter concluded that everyone – regardless of their current health status – could potentially be told they are at risk for numerous conditions based on their genetics alone.
Led by the University of Exeter, the study is published today in Genome Medicine and is also being presented at the American Society of...
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August 12, 2025
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Canadian Medical Association Journal
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