Study highlights need to diversify populationlevel genetic data for better disease prediction

Study highlights need to diversify population-level genetic data for better disease prediction

Polygenic scores can predict a person's risk for conditions like coronary artery disease, breast cancer, and type 2 diabetes (T2D) with great accuracy, even in patients who lack common warning signs. This new genome analysis tool holds promise for physicians, who may be able to intervene earlier to help prevent common disease for at-risk individuals.

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