next-generation sequencing

Definition of next-generation sequencing
National Cancer Institute

next-generation sequencing

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A high-throughput method used to determine a portion of the nucleotide sequence of an individual’s genome. This technique utilizes DNA sequencing technologies that are capable of processing multiple DNA sequences in parallel. Also called massively parallel sequencing and NGS.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms