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Can genetic data be a magic bullet for drug R&D?

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Though instances of this kind of therapy are rare, it is a growing area. The cost of testing per human genome in 2006 was approximately $14 million , and in less than two decades, an average consumer-purchased genetic test costs $100. The information gathered from the project is still providing insights today, a decade later.

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Top 30 New Medical Devices of 2024

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Using cervical or self-collected vaginal specimens, the test works with the BD Viper LT and BD COR systems to detect individual genotypes, such as HPV 16, 18 and 31, and grouped results for other types. Companion diagnostic for Pfizers hemophilia B gene therapy Beqvez (idanacogene elaparvovec-dzkt).

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10 Key Learnings from Successful Cellular and Gene Therapy Trials for Rare Diseases

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Awareness of rare diseases is growing, and with a better understanding of the pathophysiology of many rare diseases, innovative treatment options are emerging, like gene therapies that can treat the root cause of rare genetic diseases and potentially provide long-term symptom relief, or even a definitive cure.