pharmaphorum
JANUARY 18, 2023
In 2016, scientists behind a study called the Resilience Project analysed genetic data from 589,000+ people and found 13 adults who carried genetic variants that should have resulted in serious – even deadly – childhood disease, but who were apparently healthy. Giving participants something in return.
Bioengineer
JANUARY 16, 2024
Analysis of circulating tumor (ct) DNA at the time of treatment discontinuation or progression showed that 49% of patients in the AURA3 trial lacked the T790M mutation. Another genetic change at the C797 residue in the ATP binding region of EGFR’s exon 20 has emerged as a key mechanism of resistance to osimertinib.
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XTalks
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Based on the genetic biomarker(s) identified, the most effective therapy targeting the specific molecular marker can be selected. The test involves isolating circulating tumor DNA in the blood and sequencing it to look for relevant gene mutations. In the US, Medicare covers the test.
The Pharma Data
MARCH 7, 2022
The IGA results in the equivalent genotype (genetic make-up) and short-hair coat trait seen in some conventionally bred cattle, known as a “slick” coat. This is the FDA’s first low-risk determination for enforcement discretion for an IGA in an animal for food use. The FDA, an agency within the U.S.
Worldwide Clinical Trials
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Genetic testing provides patients with a diagnosis for their illness, helps patients and family members to understand risks of developing new diseases, and can be used to support clinical trial advancement. What are the benefits and limitations to using genetic testing? It is important to consider the type of testing performed (e.g.,
XTalks
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
Through these collaborations, cohort research dataset sharing programs allow for whole-genome sequence and genotype data to be made available for independent research. The project began in 2004, in the early days of biobanking for DNA, says Dr. Bernard, and has grown tremendously since. A Biorepository versus a Bioresource.
Roots Analysis
AUGUST 31, 2023
Recent advances in DNA sequencing technologies have led to significant developments in healthcare-focused research on precision medicine and diagnostics. Nutritional DNA testing helps in identifying foods that might lead to allergies or intolerance in an individual.
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