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What was the purpose of the collaborative Centers for Mendelian Genomics (CMGs) established by NIH?
What was the purpose of the collaborative Centers for Mendelian Genomics (CMGs) established by NIH?
- To establish 261 institutions in 36 countries
- To identify 956 genes associated with human health
- To assess the genetic variants responsible for Mendelian phenotypes (correct)
- To recognize a large number of Mendelian phenotypes
What can be inferred from the statement 'Many genes with important functions where associated protein product still unknown'?
What can be inferred from the statement 'Many genes with important functions where associated protein product still unknown'?
- The function of these genes is not important
- The genes have no impact on human health
- The protein product of these genes is yet to be discovered (correct)
- The proteins associated with these genes are well-understood
What was the outcome of the assessment conducted in Jan 2015 with 18,863 samples from 8,838 families?
What was the outcome of the assessment conducted in Jan 2015 with 18,863 samples from 8,838 families?
- Recognition of 579 new Mendelian phenotypes
- Discovery of genetic variants responsible for cystic fibrosis
- Identification of 956 genes underlying a Mendelian phenotype (correct)
- Establishment of 261 institutions in 36 countries
What was the main focus of the study by Chong et al. in 2015?
What was the main focus of the study by Chong et al. in 2015?
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What was a significant challenge before the completion of the human genome project, as mentioned in the text?
What was a significant challenge before the completion of the human genome project, as mentioned in the text?
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