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What’s a Genome?
“Genome” is a fancy word for all your DNA. From potatoes to puppies, all living things have their own genomes.
The more you know about the genome and how it works, the more you’ll understand your own health and make informed health decisions.
Visit the website:
https://www.genome.gov/About-Genomics/Introduction-to-Genomics
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