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Detection of identity by descent using next-generation whole genome sequencing data.
BMC bioinformatics - 6 Jun 2012
Su Shu-Yi, Kasberger Jay, Baranzini Sergio, Byerley William, Liao Wilson, Oksenberg Jorge, Sherr Elliott, Jorgenson Eric
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BACKGROUND: Identity by descent (IBD) has played a fundamental role in the discovery of genetic loci underlying human diseases. Both pedigree-based and population-based linkage analyses rely on estimating recent IBD, and evidence of ancient IBD can be used to detect population structure in genetic association studies. Various methods for detecting IBD, including those implemented in the soft- ware programs...
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