whole exome sequencing

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Mayo research using DNA to catch cancer, other medical conditions earlier

Mayo Clinic researchers are studying the cost-effectiveness of genomic research to detect certain diseases earlier, including breast, ovarian and colorectal cancer.

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Large-scale exome sequencing project aims to accelerate discoveries, save lives

Mayo Clinic is sequencing the exomes of tens of thousands of people from diverse backgrounds to investigate large-scale patterns of distinctive mutations that fuel disease.