The one test that can improve your health today

By Tameka Davis • March 8, 2016

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Genomic sequencing. It sounds futuristic, but what is it exactly? It starts with one sample of your DNA – researchers then use it to learn about your health history, assess your risks for developing certain diseases and understand how your body metabolizes drugs. To help you better understand how genomic sequencing can help you lead a happier, healthier life, Mayo Clinic has five things you need to know about this test.