Unlike those days when DNA sequencing was first introduced, getting a full sequence of human genome could take years to complete. Now, we are glad to know that human genome sequencing can be completed in a day – 24 hours. Thanks to two well-known DNA testing companies, Illumina Inc. and Life Technologies Corp, had recently launched their respective DNA sequencing device – HiSeq 2500 and Ion Proton Sequencer. (more…)
Good news for all women in the Netherlands,
Dutch researchers have concluded that cervical cancer screening involving human papilloma virus (HPV) DNA testing has the potential to reduce cervical cancer for all women over 30 – but this screening was only carried out on local women in Netherlands. (more…)
When I read this post from The Guardian, I was amazed to find out how a science writer from Denmark – Lone Frank, articulately expressed her emotions as well as her views of the impact of DNA testing in the modern world. Furthermore, she disclosed her personal views on her lack of connection with her brother and poised numbers of questions about her genetic makeup. (more…)
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