What is another word for genome-wide association study?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈiːnə͡ʊmwˈa͡ɪd ɐsˈə͡ʊsɪˈe͡ɪʃən stˈʌdi] (IPA) 
A genome-wide association study, also known as GWAS, is an approach commonly used in genetics and genomics research to identify genetic variations associated with a particular disease or trait. There are several synonyms for the term that are commonly used in scientific literature and discussions. These include genome-wide association analysis, genome-wide association mapping, and whole genome association study. Additionally, some researchers use the term genome-wide scan or genetic screening to refer to similar approaches that aim to identify genetic markers or variants linked to complex diseases. Regardless of the terminology used, the goal of these studies is to improve our understanding of the genetic basis of human health and disease.
