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# Draft Guidance on Genomic Sampling
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/draft-guidance-on-genomic-sampling/
- Published: 2016-06-03T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T21:07:17.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: FDA Policy/General, #legacy-id-D5135838

*Federal Register* Notice: FDA has released a draft guidance on “E18 Genomic Sampling and Management of Genomic Data.” The document, was prepared under the auspices of the International Council for Harmonization, focuses on the general principles of collecting, processing, transporting, storing, and disposing of genomic samples or data. The technical aspects of genomic sampling and research are also discussed, and it recognizes the rapidly evolving technological advances in these areas. To view the guidance, click [here](http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Drugs/GuidanceComplianceRegulatoryInformation/Guidances/UCM504556.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com). To view the notice, click [here](https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2016-13168.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com).