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    The human genome project aimed to map the entire human genetic code. It identified genes involved in rare and common diseases. Following the project, disease-causing alleles were identified, allowing tests to predict disease likelihoods. The project provided insights into disease mechanisms and personalized medicine approaches while also raising significant social and ethical concerns around privacy, informed consent, and genetic discrimination that require legislative protections.

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    The human genome project aimed to map the entire human genetic code. It identified genes involved in rare and common diseases. Following the project, disease-causing alleles were identified, allowing tests to predict disease likelihoods. The project provided insights into disease mechanisms and personalized medicine approaches while also raising significant social and ethical concerns around privacy, informed consent, and genetic discrimination that require legislative protections.

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    The human genome project aimed to map the entire human genetic code. It identified genes involved in rare and common diseases. Following the project, disease-causing alleles were identified, allowing tests to predict disease likelihoods. The project provided insights into disease mechanisms and personalized medicine approaches while also raising significant social and ethical concerns around privacy, informed consent, and genetic discrimination that require legislative protections.

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    The human genome project

    the genome is the entire set of DNA instructions found in a cell.


    In humans, the genome consists of 23 pairs of chromosomes located in the cell’s nucleus
    Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.
    A gene is a small section of the DNA that codes for a certain characteristic
    An allele is a different version of the same gene that codes for a new characteristic
    Alleles can be dominant or recessive, with the dominant allele always showing in the phenotype if present

    A genetic mutation is a random change in a sequence of your DNA

    By changing a gene's instructions for making a protein, a variant can cause a protein to malfunction or to
    not be produced at all. When a variant alters a protein that plays a critical role in the body, it can disrupt
    normal development or cause a health condition.

    Genetic disorders occur when a mutation affects your genes or when you have the wrong amount of
    genetic material.

    The Human Genome Project is an ambitious research effort aimed at deciphering the chemical makeup
    of the entire human genetic code (i.e., the genome). The primary work of the project is to develop three
    research tools that will allow scientists to identify genes involved in both rare and common diseases.

    Following the HGP, disease causing alleles have been identified. It is now possible to test people to see if
    they have alleles that may cause disease in their DNA. This will predict the likelihood of them developing
    the disease

    The Human Genome Project plays a pivotal role in unraveling the genetic underpinnings of various
    diseases like cancer, diabetes, and rare genetic disorders, offering insights into immunity against certain
    ailments. Additionally, it opens avenues for developing personalized drugs, tailoring medications to an
    individual's genetic profile to enhance efficacy and minimize side effects. Examining an individual's
    genome for mutations informs the susceptibility to specific diseases.

    However, delving into human genetics raises significant social and ethical concerns. Privacy is a
    paramount issue, with the potential for misuse and genetic discrimination if sensitive genetic
    information is mishandled. In the realm of genomics, obtaining informed consent is imperative, ensuring
    subjects are aware of the potential risks associated with sharing their genetic data.

    Genetic discrimination, wherein individuals face bias based on their genetic information, manifests in
    various realms such as education, employment, and insurance. Safeguards against this include legislative
    measures like the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) in the U.S., which prohibits the use
    of genetic information in decisions related to employment and health. Such protective measures are
    crucial to mitigate ethical challenges and uphold individual rights in genetic research.

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