Whole genome association study
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A whole genome association study (WGA study) is a genetic study that compares the complete DNA of people with a disease or condition to the DNA of people without the disease or condition. These studies find the genes involved in a disease, and may help prevent, diagnose, and treat the disease.
[edit] External links
- Whole genome association study entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms.
- About Whole Genome Association Studies 2006 article from the Nation Human Genome Research Institute.
This article includes text from the U.S. National Cancer Institute's public domain Dictionary of Cancer Terms

