Genetic

IIT-I develops tech to aid in early detection of genetic mutations – ET HealthWorld

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IIT-I develops tech to aid in early detection of genetic mutations – ET HealthWorld

Indore: Indian Institute of Technology, Indore (IIT-I), has developed Quantum AI nanotechnology that will help in accurate and early detection of genetic mutations, including those associated with cancer. The researchers used advanced AI algorithms to decode the raw electric signals with exceptional speed, accuracy, and cost-efficiency, overcoming the long-standing limitations of traditional sequencing methods. The … Read more

Devon woman with rare condition praises genetic testing service

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Devon woman with rare condition praises genetic testing service

Anna Varle BBC South West health correspondent BBC A woman born with an extremely rare genetic skin condition has two healthy children using a genetic testing service. A woman born with an extremely rare genetic skin condition has had two healthy children using a cutting-edge genetic testing service. Georgina Burrough, of Axminster, Devon, has Ichthyosis … Read more

Covid origins: Genetic ghosts suggest pandemic started in market

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Covid origins: Genetic ghosts suggest pandemic started in market

Getty Images Racoon dogs are implicated as one of the potential animals that could have been the source of Covid A team of scientists say it is “beyond reasonable doubt” the Covid pandemic started with infected animals sold at a market, rather than a laboratory leak. They were analysing hundreds of samples collected from Wuhan, … Read more

Brighton: Genetic test for babies to prevent hearing loss

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Brighton: Genetic test for babies to prevent hearing loss

The test, which involves taking a gentle cheek swab, can determine whether a critically ill baby has a single gene change that could cause permanent hearing loss if they are treated with gentamicin. Neonatal registrar Dr Jodie Nguyen said the hospital admits around 450 new-born babies each year. “Many will be unwell and require antibiotics. … Read more

IIT Mandi startup develops AI-based solution to detect respiratory, genetic disorders – ET HealthWorld

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IIT Mandi startup develops AI-based solution to detect respiratory, genetic disorders – ET HealthWorld

New Delhi : An IIT-Mandi startup has built a cost-effective Artificial Intelligence-based medical imaging solution that has the potential to revolutionise the early detection of respiratory abnormalities, hepatobiliary diseases and genetic disorders in children, officials said. The innovators at Dectrocel Healthcare have developed a platform in which digital and analogue chest X-Ray images and pictures … Read more

Genetic ‘Taste Score’ Could Help Us Eat Healthier and Reduce Disease Risk

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Genetic ‘Taste Score’ Could Help Us Eat Healthier and Reduce Disease Risk

June 29, 2022 – Addicted to cookies? Can’t stand broccoli? You may be able to blame Mom and Dad. That’s because our taste preferences are influenced by our genes. And this may play an important role in determining our food choices and, in turn, our health, according to early study findings presented at this year’s … Read more

New Genetic Test Finds Hidden Neurological Diseases

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New Genetic Test Finds Hidden Neurological Diseases

March 17, 2022 — Diseases that affect the nervous system can be some of the most difficult conditions for doctors to diagnose. Many conditions can cause similar symptoms, but two people with the same condition could have different symptoms, which can make the cause of the symptoms hard to pinpoint. Delays in diagnosing the condition … Read more