Help Me Understand Genetics

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ISBN-10:

154543364X

ISBN-13:

9781545433645

Released: Apr 11, 2017
Format: Paperback, 228 pages
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Description:

Cells and DNA - Cells, genes, and chromosomes Mutations and Health - Gene mutations, chromosomal changes, and conditions that run in families How Genes Work - Proteins, cell growth, and cell division Gene Families - Groups of genes that share important characteristics Inheriting Genetic Conditions - Inheritance patterns and understanding risk Genetics and Human Traits - How genes influence various human characteristics Genetic Consultation - Finding and visiting a genetic counselor or other genetics professional Genetic Testing - Benefits, costs, risks, and limitations of genetic testing Newborn Screening - Testing all babies in their first days of life for certain disorders and conditions Gene Therapy - Experimental techniques, safety, ethics, and availability The Human Genome Project - Sequencing and understanding the human genome Genomic Research - Next steps in studying the human genome Precision Medicine - Disease treatment and prevention strategies tailored to variability in genes, environment, and lifestyle

























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