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1 online resource (2 unnumbered pages) : color illustrations. |
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text txt rdacontent |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
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Science & tech spotlight |
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Science & tech spotlight.
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"GAO-21-428SP." |
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"Mar 30, 2021"--Publication landing page. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 2). |
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Description based on online resource, PDF version; title from caption (GAO, viewed Mar. 30, 2021). |
| Summary |
Genomic sequencing technologies decode a pathogen's genetic material by identifying the order of chemical "letters" of its DNA (or RNA, its chemical equivalent in some viruses). Genomic sequencing reveals the genetic code of an infectious disease pathogen, such as SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Newer, faster, and less costly sequencing can now be used to more quickly track transmission, detect new variants, and develop vaccines and other countermeasures. However, challenges such as high startup costs and privacy concerns remain. |
| Contents |
The technology. What is it? -- How does it work? -- How mature is it? -- Opportunities -- Challenges -- Policy context and questions -- Selected GAO work -- Selected references. |
| Subject |
Genomics.
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Pathogenic microorganisms -- Detection.
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Coronaviruses -- Genetics.
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Coronaviruses -- Reproduction.
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Communicable diseases -- Transmission -- Prevention.
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Coronavirus -- Reproduction.
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Communicable diseases -- Transmission -- Prevention.
(OCoLC)fst02021875
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Coronaviruses -- Genetics.
(OCoLC)fst01902908
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Coronaviruses -- Reproduction.
(OCoLC)fst01902909
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Genomics. (OCoLC)fst00940228
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Pathogenic microorganisms -- Detection.
(OCoLC)fst01054936
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| Added Author |
United States. Government Accountability Office. Science, Technology Assessment, and Analytics, issuing body.
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| Gpo Item No. |
0546-D-12 (online) 0546-D-06 (online) |
| Sudoc No. |
GA 1.13/21-4:GAO-21-426 SP GA 1.13/21:GAO-21-426 SP |
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