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Kapur & Suri's Basic Human Genetics
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Main description:

This book introduces the structure of chromosomes and their abnormalities. In this third edition a brief history of genetics and classification of chromosomes have been added. In the chapter on chromosomal abnormalities, an attempt has been made to provide information related to additional genetic syndromes than in previous editions.

In order to better understand various chromosomal abnormalities, the text is augmented with related illustrations. The other chapters discuss genes, inheritance, population genetics, prevention and treatment of genetic diseases. The study of patterns of inheritance is important for the diagnosis, prognosis and estimation of the recurrence risk in other family members.

To make it more understandable, different types of inheritance are presented with pedigree analysis. Emphasis has also been made on discussing the latest techniques for prenatal diagnosis. The present edition gives an overview of the Human Genome Project - the most ambitious project of biomedical research.

Provides the basic concepts of human genetics.
Provides an overview of Human Genome Project.
Includes new tables, flow charts and new improved diagrams.


Contents:

1. Introduction

2. Chromosomes

3. Cell Division

4. Chromosomal Abnormalities

5. Genes

6. Inheritance

7. Population Genetics

8. Prevention and Treatment of Genetic Diseases

9. The Human Genome Project and Recent Advances in Genetics

Index


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ISBN-13: 9789352500277
Publisher: Jaypee Medical (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers)
Publication date: June, 2016
Pages: 122
Weight: 250g
Availability: Available
Subcategories: Genetics

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