Basic Concepts In Medical Genetics

An easy-to-understand, detail-by-detail explanation of basic Mendelian Genetics. Ideal for first- and second-year medical students, pediatric and ob/gyn clerks, advanced undergraduates, and genetic counseling graduate students. Key concepts are illustrated with clinical examples frequently encountered in courses in genetics and medical genetics, such as cystic fibrosis, Down's Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis, familial breast cancer, hereditary colon cancer, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and sickle cell disease. Features special sections on prenatal genetics and common and cancer mutations.