Whole genome sequencing(WGS)is one of the most robust strategies for diagnosing genetic diseases,especially rare genetic diseases,due to its ability to simultaneously detect a wide range of genetic mutations.However,the lack of relevant clinical standards and guidelines has posed obstacles to the widespread clinical application of WGS.By establishing the Clinical Utility & Usefulness Measures Working Group of Medical Genome Committee,we aim to develop a framework for the clinical utility assessment of WGS in China,which can provide evidence and reference for the clinical use of WGS in China.Here,we propose a work plan for the Clinical Utility & Usefulness Measures Working Group,offer explanations for the evaluation contents and strategies,and review the future prospects of the clinical utility assessment.
关键词
全基因组测序/临床效用评估/遗传罕见病/工作规划
Key words
whole genome sequencing/clinical utility assessment/rare genetic diseases/work plan