New app allows users to access their genetic info from smartphone

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Until now, understanding and using genetic information has depended on the scientists and doctors who do the testing. No longer.

Now, software developed by researchers at Tel Aviv University is putting the power of genetic information in the hands of the people. GeneG, a smartphone app and associated web site created by Dr. Noam Shomron at TAU’s Faculty of Medicine, allows individuals to access and analyze their genome at any time. After undergoing whole genome sequencing, users can upload their data to the GeneG website for analysis. The results are available via the GeneG app on mobile devices.

“For the first time you can take your genome home and look at it whenever you want,” says Shomron. “We are giving you eyes to peer into your genetics.” And as new analytical tests are developed, you can apply them right away.

Read the full, original story here: Smartphone app brings genetic analysis to the palm of your hand

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