Jorde, Lynn: MEDICAL GENETICS

Año: 1998..........P.V.P. 9.100 Ptas/54,16 EUROS..........352 Pag..........215 Illus.

Medical Genetics 2ª ed. is a comprehensive, clearly written textbook presenting current, accurate, in-depth information. With its emphasis on molecular genetics, it discusses the clinical implications of genetics factors and diseases. Strong pedagogy such as study questions and mini-summaries enhances the author's clear and concise writing.

FEATURES:

Emphasis on molecular genetics
Clinical photographs
Clinical commentary boxes
Mini-summaries
Study questions
2-color line drawings
Glossary
Boldface key terms

NEW TO THIS EDITON:

New chapter on biochemical aspects of genetics disease (Ch.6)
New chapter on developmental genetics (Ch.10)
Expanded content on gene therapy
30-40 new clinical photographs
Comprehensive index

CONTENTS:

Introduction. Basic Cell Biology. Structure and function of genes and chromosomes. Genetic Variation: Its origbin and detection. Autosomal dominant and recessive inheritance. Sex-Linked and mitochondrial inheritance. Biochemical aspects of genetic disease (new) Clinical cytogenetics: The chromosomal basis of human disease. Gene mapping. Immunogenetics. Dysmofphology and developmental genetics (new) Cancer genetics. Multifactorial inheritance and common disease. Genetic screening and prenatal diagnosis. Clinical genetics, genetic counseling, and gene therapy. Answers to study questions. Glossary.