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. 2007 Aug 8:2:283-92.

Genome-wide association studies: progress in identifying genetic biomarkers in common, complex diseases

Stephen F Kingsmore  1 , Ingrid E Lindquist, Joann Mudge, William D Beavis
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Genome-wide association studies: progress in identifying genetic biomarkers in common, complex diseases

Stephen F Kingsmore et al. Biomark Insights. .

Abstract

Novel, comprehensive approaches for biomarker discovery and validation are urgently needed. One particular area of methodologic need is for discovery of novel genetic biomarkers in complex diseases and traits. Here, we review recent successes in the use of genome wide association (GWA) approaches to identify genetic biomarkers in common human diseases and traits. Such studies are yielding initial insights into the allelic architecture of complex traits. In general, it appears that complex diseases are associated with many common polymorphisms, implying profound genetic heterogeneity between affected individuals.

Keywords: Complex diseases; Complex traits; Genetic biomarkers; Genome-wide association studies; Population genetics.

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