Genetic analysis is a research method that examines DNA and RNA base sequences to clarify gene structures, mutations, and regulatory mechanisms of gene expression.
Common techniques include sequencing, SNP analysis, microarrays, methylation profiling, and RNA-seq, targeting areas such as the genome, exome, and transcriptome.
Until several years ago, PCR and microarray technologies were the standard for human genetic testing. These methods could only detect limited features, such as individual SNPs.
However, with the advancement of next-generation sequencing (NGS), it is now possible to comprehensively examine multiple gene regions and accurately identify mutations strongly associated with various diseases.
At our company, we utilize AVITI, one of the most accurate and high-resolution NGS platforms available today.
