The genome is a storage unit for an organism’s information made up from millions and billions of DNA letters (A,T,C & G). The human genome consists of approximately 3 billion letters, which encode the instructions for life. This information is passed down from one generation to the next and carries traits such as physical features and disease propensity. The main function of the genome is to store, share, and express genetic information, which determines a cell’s structure and function. The human genome has been sequenced and analysed to provide insights into human development, physiology, medicine and evolution.

As the individual human genome is sequenced, the data is used to identify disease-associated variants, match patients to therapies, access disease risk, target therapies and reduce overall care cost which are the key objectives of precision medicine. The process of obtaining genomic data from participants and storing it involves complex procedures and regulations. These procedures include individual consent, biosample collection, genome sequencing, data analysis, reporting and documentation followed by data storage and anonymization. 

In MyGenom Project, knowledge in genomics contributes to many aspects in the healthcare sector, including precision medicine, disease prevention, early diagnosis, cancer treatments, pharmacogenomics, infectious diseases, rare genetic diseases, gene therapy, reproductive health and research and development of new drugs and treatments.