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Interpreting NGS Tests for Inherited Disorders: Three trends that will change everything

CONCLU S ION

Forces of change
Genetic testing is one of the greatest
success stories of our times. It is also
one of the biggest challenges.

such as clinical decision support (CDS) systems

Over the past two decades, huge advancements

timely, accurate, and easy-to-understand reports.

in sequencing technology have transformed our

and informatics software, to keep up with testing
demands and ensure providers and patients receive
When we look ahead to 2030 or 2040, what

understanding of human genetics,
leading to faster diagnoses, earlier
prevention, and better treatments. But
as more and more people have their
genomes sequenced, outpacing our
ability to analyze and interpret the
generated data, we must embrace
new tools and strategies to realize
the full value of genomic innovation.
Digitalization and automation
have the potential to revolutionize
how genetic testing is performed -
addressing both the need for big
data management and point-of-care
utility. This is especially the case as the amount

will the field of genetics look like? If 2000 and

of genomic data and biomedical knowledge

2010 are anything to go by, we can expect that

increases and patients become more empowered

the genetic testing industry will be practically

in healthcare decisions. In the future, genetic

unrecognizable in 10 to 20 years. Change doesn't

testing labs will need to adopt digital solutions,

happen over-night, but now is the time to prepare.

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