Mining the human genome for new health therapies☆

Abstract

The completion of the Human Genome Project heralds advances in determining the foundations of disease and in developing new therapeutic treatments. Tests already exist for the detection of some genetic abnormalities that can cause disease, and more are being developed. In the future, pharmacogenetics will be used to tailor treatment to specific patients.

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Moshe Zilberstein, M.D., Human Genome Sciences, Inc. Clinical Research9410 Key West Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

☆ Genetic testing has already made strides in the prevention and treatment of diseases such as Tay-Sachs and BRCA-related breast and ovarian cancers

The Genetic Revolution shows promise for novel therapies for diabetes, Alzheimer's, and even menopause

The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent in any way the opinions of Human Genome Sciences, Inc.

PII: S1546-2501(04)00003-9

doi:10.1016/j.sram.2004.02.002

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