DNA Sequencing

DNA sequencing is a technology used to determine the order of the four chemical bases (adenine, guanine, cytosine and thymine) that make up the DNA molecule. It is essential to understand how genetic information is encoded and to identify genetic variations that may be associated with disease. The results of DNA sequencing can be used to identify variations between individuals, diagnose diseases and determine susceptibility to certain diseases. DNA sequencing is also used to develop new treatments for genetic and other diseases. The technology is also used in the development of personalized medicine, the identification of food sources, the study of evolutionary relationships, crime scene investigations and forensic science.