DNA nanoball sequencing is a type of high throughput sequencing technology used to determine the entire genomic sequence of an organism. The company Complete Genomics uses this technology to sequence samples submitted by independent researchers.
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a spirochaete bacterium, Treponema pallidum. Syphilis has many alternate names, including lues, syph, the Pox.. Note: The above text is excerpted from the Wikipedia article Syphilis, which has been released under the GNU Free Documentation License.
A sexually transmitted disease (STD), otherwise known as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), refers to an infection which is passed from one individual to another by way of sexual interaction. It is possible to contract or pass on a sexually transmitted disease through intercourse, anal sex or oral sex. Trichomoniasis is also able to be passed by means of contact with damp towels or surfaces, such as towels, toilet seats and clothing.