Hundred thousand genomes to be mapped in Saudi Arabia

Up to 100,000 people in Saudi Arabia are to have their genetic codes mapped in a new human genome project. The research will look at genes linked with diseases, and pave the way for prenatal and premarital screening. via Pocket http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-25216135#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa