Search Results
Educational Resources
The Human Genome Project was an international project that mapped and sequenced the entire human genome.
… Human Genome Project … The Human Genome Project was an … effort that mapped and sequenced the human genome for the first time. Conducted from 1990 to 2003, the project … its scope and scale as well as its groundbreaking approach for the free release of genomic data well ahead of …
Educational Resources
Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution. It refers to random fluctuations in the frequencies of alleles from generation to generation due to chance events.
… to chance events. … Genetic Drift, Evolution, Population Genetics, Genes … Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible.
… Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible. … … Nearly 20 years ago, scientists developed techniques for extracting small amounts of DNA from ancient samples, … Bustamante's research groups showed in 2010 , an African American individual in the United States has, on average, …
Policy Issues
Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.
… For patients to have full access to the benefits of genetic … Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes developed by the American Medical Association, and fewer than 200 CPT codes … Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society) An Evidence Framework for Genetic Testing  (National …
Educational Resources
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is federal legislation that makes it unlawful to discriminate against individuals on the basis of their genetic profiles in regard to health insurance and employment.
For Patients and Families
​Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments.
… disease Identify gene changes that are responsible for an already diagnosed disease Determine the severity of a … in deciding on the best medicine or treatment to use for certain individuals Identify gene changes that may … by helping researchers expand their understanding of the human body, health, and disease. … Benefits: Genetic testing …
Research at NHGRI
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.
… The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art … into improved diagnosis, treatments and prevention of human diseases. Using the excellent resources of NHGRI … have allowed our investigators to develop clinical trials for gene therapy of immune deficiency and preclinical …
About NHGRI
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research provides expert advice on genetics, genomics research, training and programs to NHGRI and the NIH.
… The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR) advises the Department of … the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), on genetics, genomic research, training and programs related to …
Educational Resources
A genetic map is a type of chromosome map that shows the relative locations of genes and other important features.
Policy Issues
Most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go to market without any independent analysis to verify the claims of the seller.
… tests: the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and the Federal … criteria, adapted from the National Library of Medicine's Genetics Home Reference . Analytical Validity: Refers to how … the tests. It also comprises proficiency testing for some tests. More information about CLIA is available in …