Precision Medicine: What Is Needed to Make Genome Use Work in Healthcare
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Precision medicine is a form of healthcare that takes into account the genetic characteristics of each patient. According to Georgios Patrinos, the use of the genome in health cannot be achieved without proper preparation. As he noted, for this approach to work, reliable tests are needed first.
In his view, precision medicine also requires specialised interpretation of the results. Doctors must understand what genetic data mean and how they affect treatment. This presupposes training and suitable staff.
Furthermore, Georgios Patrinos stressed that precision medicine needs reimbursement and infrastructure. Without proper funding and equipment, tests cannot be made widely available. That is why equal access for citizens is a key goal.
Overall, the use of the genome in healthcare depends on three key factors: reliable tests, correct interpretation and equal access for all. The development of this field will be judged by how these conditions are put into practice.
Sources: Healthpharma
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