Cost for Testing Human Genome Drops Below $1000


DNA sequencing giant Illumina says the cost of testing the human genome is now below $1000. The San Diego Union-Tribune says it cost $95 million to do the same test in 2001 and $6000 just last year. On an individual level, it means doctors will be able to determine which diseases we’re predisposed to and which drugs would work best. Illumina’s CEO compared bringing the price below $1000 to breaking the sound barrier.

SOURCE: San Diego Union-Tribune

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