Nisar, HaseebWajid, BilalShahid, SamiahAnwar, FariaWajid, ImranKhatoon, AsiaSattar, Mian UsmanSadaf, Saima2022-01-272022-01-272021https://hdl.handle.net/11467/5166https://doi.org/10.1177/15353702211040046Rare diseases affect nearly 300 million people globally with most patients aged five or less. Traditional diagnostic approaches have provided much of the diagnosis; however, there are limitations. For instance, simply inadequate and untimely diagnosis adversely affects both the patient and their families. This review advocates the use of whole genome sequencing in clinical settings for diagnosis of rare genetic diseases by showcasing five case studies. These examples specifically describe the utilization of whole genome sequencing, which helped in providing relief to patients via correct diagnosis followed by use of precision medicine.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessRare genetic diseasewhole genome sequencingwhole-exome sequencingPrecision medicineNext generation sequencingNational health systemsArticle2462426102617Q3WOS:000696049200001N/A2-s2.0-851151066963452122410.1177/15353702211040046