Research and analysis

Generation genome and the opportunities for screening programmes

The report briefly defines genome sequencing and how, by improving our understanding of genetic activity, we can determine how best to use genetics in screening.

• From: UK National Screening Committee
• Published: 27 August 2019

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Generation genome and the opportunities for screening programmes

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The annual report of the chief medical officer 2016 subtitled ‘generation genome’ noted the potential for improving care to patients and considered how we currently utilise genomics in our health and care system. The CMO challenged the UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) to look at the opportunities offered by genomics for present and potential screening practices. This report provides a summary of these opportunities.

Published 27 August 2019