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Rapid genome sequencing in the clinic

Doctors in the United States have broken the world record for sequencing an entire human genome. James Gallagher hears how their efforts are saving lives in intensive care.

James meets a record breaking doctor who is analysing DNA so quickly it is transforming treatment in intensive care and from one of his patients, Matthew, who discovered he needed a new heart. Then James has a disgusting confession as we discuss losing weight by getting more sleep. And can we get better therapies for all of us by copying the revolutionary trial that transformed the pandemic.?

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28 minutes

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  • Tue 22 Feb 2022 21:00
  • Wed 23 Feb 2022 15:30

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