Advances in Human Genetics

Autor*innen

• Harry Harris

Parameter

• 400 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Medizin & Gesundheit

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Focusing on genetic disorders, this comprehensive work explores various chondrodystrophies, detailing their classification, clinical features, and genetic underpinnings. It also examines advanced chromosome study techniques and the thalassemias, emphasizing gene control and hemoglobin synthesis. The book addresses spontaneous mutations in humans, evaluating mutation rates, types, and their implications for health. Finally, it discusses the legal landscape surrounding genetic screening, analyzing public health powers and legislation related to genetic diseases and traits.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback