Radiologic technology
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Genomics and the Human Genome Project are creating important changes in medical care and radiologic practice. Readers of this article will: Recall that deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the information-containing molecule. Understand the relationship between DNA and protein synthesis. ⋯ Describe the Human Genome Project. Define and give examples of molecular medicine and its imaging applications. Discuss how genomics, genetic engineering and the Human Genome Project may influence radiologic practice.