© Jules_Kitano/ShutterStock CHAPTER 5 Genetic Counseling CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Describe the history, role, and function of genetic counselors within the healthcare system. Evaluate the impact of advances in genetics and genomics…

© Jules_Kitano/ShutterStock CHAPTER 6 Neurodegenerative Diseases CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Describe the etiology and various forms of Alzheimer’s disease. Detail symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Describe the etiology and symptoms of Huntington’s…

© Jules_Kitano/ShutterStock CHAPTER 1 Introduction CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Review molecular genetics and associated terminology. Review Mendelian genetic principles. Define mutation and give examples of different types of mutations. Describe different inheritance…

© Jules_Kitano/ShutterStock CHAPTER 2 Diagnostic Techniques in Medical Genetics CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Review pedigree analysis and its associated terminology. Discuss the methodology and applications for cytogenetic studies. Explain fluorescence in situ…