Human Genetics: The BasicsHuman genetics has blossomed from an obscure branch of biological science and occasional explanation for exceedingly rare disorders to a field all of its own that affects everyone. Human Genetics: The Basics introduces the key questions and issues in this emerging field, including:
Written in an engaging, narrative manner, this concise introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone who wants to know more about genes, DNA, and the genetic ties that bind us all. |
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... 4.3 The cell cycle 101 4.4 Oncogenes/tumor suppressors 102 4.5 Colon cancer 106 5.1 PKU pathway 121 5.2 Globin 131 6.1 Jesse Gelsinger 154 6.2 DNA microarray 160 TABLES Timeline of humanity Khoisan gene variants that show adaptation ...
... 4.3 The cell cycle 101 4.4 Oncogenes/tumor suppressors 102 4.5 Colon cancer 106 5.1 PKU pathway 121 5.2 Globin 131 6.1 Jesse Gelsinger 154 6.2 DNA microarray 160 TABLES Timeline of humanity Khoisan gene variants that show adaptation ...
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Contents
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2 FROM MENDELS PEAS TO DOUBLE HELICES | 27 |
3 HOW GENES WORK | 63 |
4 GENES AND HEALTH | 90 |
5 GENETIC TESTING | 119 |
6 GENETIC AND GENOMIC TECHNOLOGIES | 148 |
GLOSSARY OF TERMS | 172 |
BIBLIOGRAPHY | 177 |
INDEX | 186 |
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