Understanding Genetics

A Primer for Couples and Families

Häftad, Engelska, 2005

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One in every 100 Americans is born with a serious genetic disorder, and more will face a disease with genetic components in their lifetime. In the past decade, fledgling genetic science has identified more than 4,000 diseases connected to genetic factors. Genetic doctors and testing have become relatively common. But what is genetics'? How do these doctors and their tests work, and what if anything can they change? Dr. Scheuerle walks us through this new field and explains the basics, detailing diseases and disordes that can present in each life stage: in infancy and childhood, in puberty and adolescence, and in adulthood as well as old age. The text addresses genetic issues that might be considered in pregnancy and pregnancy planning. Also discussed are prenatal testing procedures, and talking about genetic disease with children and teenagers.

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Utgivningsdatum2005-04-30
Mått152 x 229 x 12 mm
Vikt332 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor224
FörlagBloomsbury Publishing Plc
ISBN9780313361814

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Angela Scheuerle, M.D. is a Clinical Geneticist in private practice, as well as Medical Director for the Texas Birth Defects Research Center. She is also Medical Director for the Dallas Craniofacial Center and Genetics Medical Center. She is a Faculty Member for the Program of Ethics in Science and Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Scheuerle is also an Adjunct Faculty Member at the School of Public Health at the University of Texas, and a Volunteer Faculty Member for the Clinical Ethics in Medicine course at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas.

Acknowledgments Introduction Basic Things to Know What is a genetics doctor? Primer on Family History Who is affected by Genetic Disease? DNA, Chromosomes and Genes Pregnancy and Pregnancy Planning Forewarned and Forearmed Inherited Genetic Risks Hidden Genetic Risks Prenatal Testing What if a test is positive? Genetics in Infancy and Childhood Abnormalities in the Fetus and Infant Abnormalities in the Child When the Problem Cannot Be Fixed Genetics in Puberty and Adolescence When Things Go Right When Things Go Wrong - Female When Things Go Wrong - Male Teenage Angst Adult Genetic Disease Genetic Conditions that Come on Later Genetics of Common Adult Diseases Knowledge is Power

"With considerable information regarding pregnancy and prenatal diagnosis, her book is specifically oriented to the parents of a child, infant, or fetus diagnosed with a genetic disorder. Common genetic testing and diagnostic screening, the basics of DNA and chromosomes, myths about inheritance and birth defects, and a comprehensive glossary are included. The book offers an excellent description of the roles of the various professionals one is apt to interact with when involved with managing a genetic disorder for oneself or a family member. The author discusses relevant points on ethical and legal issues that could assist readers in making an informed decision regarding a family member with a genetic disorder. Recommended. Two-year technical college students in the health sciences; general readers." - Choice