Handbook of PathophysiologyThis text is designed to serve as a quick review source for students of nursing and other health related professions. Material is presented in outline format and is organized by body system. Topics covered include physiologic and pathophysiologic concepts, and diseases. Key illustrations highlight important information for enhanced understanding, and developmental considerations of children and adults are emphasized as appropriate. |
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... Genetics Genetics enetics is the study of the genes . Genes are pieces of DNA passed from parent to offspring that determine who we are and how we function at the most basic cellular level . Transmission of genetic information is a fine ...
... Genetics Genetics enetics is the study of the genes . Genes are pieces of DNA passed from parent to offspring that determine who we are and how we function at the most basic cellular level . Transmission of genetic information is a fine ...
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... GENETIC TESTING Genetic testing , called cytogenetics , involves looking at the overall structure and number of the chromosomes . Genetic test- ing can be performed on any cell of the body , but is usually done by withdrawing white ...
... GENETIC TESTING Genetic testing , called cytogenetics , involves looking at the overall structure and number of the chromosomes . Genetic test- ing can be performed on any cell of the body , but is usually done by withdrawing white ...
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... GENETIC ENGINEERING Genetic engineering refers to experimental manipulation of the genome in order to produce certain characteristics . One technique of genetic engineering is gene splicing . This involves snipping a specific gene out ...
... GENETIC ENGINEERING Genetic engineering refers to experimental manipulation of the genome in order to produce certain characteristics . One technique of genetic engineering is gene splicing . This involves snipping a specific gene out ...
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