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Genetic Variation Formats (VCF)

Provides a text file format for storing genetic variation data

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As the field of genomics progresses, it is vital to represent new knowledge gained by researchers in a clear, unambiguous way. The Variant Call Format (VCF) is a flexible text file format for representing genomic variation. Using data compression, VCF stores information efficiently, facilitating data transfer and collaboration. 

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Genetic Variation Formats (VCF)

Benefits

  • Provides an efficient, compressed way of storing variant data

Target users

Researchers, and data custodians

Announcements

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6 August 2024 VCF v4.5 is now live!
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  • Daniel Cameron
  • James Bonfield
  • Albert Smith
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Last Approved Version
VCF v4.5

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