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Genetic Disorders
Progeria is an extremely rare genetic disease of childhood characterized by dramatic, premature aging.
… Progeria is an extremely rare genetic disease of childhood characterized by dramatic, premature aging. … Progeria is an extremely rare genetic disease of childhood characterized by dramatic, … disease. In accordance with this clinical observation, the genetic mutation appears in nearly all instances to occur in …
Genetic Disorders
Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic disease that alters the body's ability to regulate iron absorption.
… Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic disease that alters the body's ability to regulate … iron absorption. … Hereditary hemochromatosis (HH) is a genetic disease that alters the body's ability to regulate … or alcoholism. … Hemochromatosis is one of the few genetic diseases for which there is a relatively simple and …
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Factor V Leiden thrombophilia is an inherited disorder of blood clotting.
… … Factor V Leiden is the name of a specific mutation (genetic alteration) that results in thrombophilia, or an … making decisions about OCP or HRT use should take these statistics into consideration when weighing the risks and … a screening test called a coagulation screening test or by genetic testing (DNA analysis) of the F5 gene. … The …
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Trimethylaminuria is a metabolic condition in which an individual is not able to convert trimethylamine into a compound called trimethylamine N-oxide.
… FMO3 gene. Trimethylaminuria may be caused by a variety of genetic changes to the FMO3 gene. Not all of the functions of … experience, researchers think that different genetic mutations in FMO3 can influence the symptoms of the … (OMIM) [omim.org] An electronic catalog of human genes and genetic disorders, developed by the National Center for …
Genetic Disorders
Inborn errors of metabolism are disorders that cause a block in a metabolic pathway leading to clinically significant consequences.
… but they may also occur spontaneously. When discussing how genetic conditions are passed on in a family, it is important … have been diagnosed with the disorder already and whether genetic testing has been performed in other relatives). In … We recommend talking to your metabolic specialist and/or genetic counselor to determine those relatives who may be at …
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to control their behavior and pay attention to tasks.
… with ADHD. Research has shown that ADHD can have a genetic basis, which means that it is likely that a person … ADHD, Attention Span, Autism, Neurological Disorder, Genetic Disorder, Genetic Condition, Gene Mutation … Attention Deficit …
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Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rapidly progressive form of muscular dystrophy caused by a mutation in the DMD gene.
… boys are classified as having Becker muscular dystrophy. Genetic testing (looking at the body's genetic instructions) on a blood sample for changes in the … muscular dystrophy without performing a muscle biopsy. Genetic testing is constantly changing, but the methods …
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Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer.
… However, despite the relatively high prevalence of these genetic mutations in Ashkenazi Jews, only seven percent of … whether an individual in such a high-risk family has a genetic mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. When someone … individuals may develop breast cancer whether or not a genetic mutation is present. … Given the limitations of …
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Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is an inherited condition that causes low levels of, or no, alpha-1 antitrypsin in the blood.
… may be expressed, and both versions contribute to the genetic trait. The M gene is the most common allele of the … - National Library of Medicine Alpha-1 Association Genetic Counseling Service Alpha-1 Advocacy Alliance Alpha … Alpha-1 Antitrypsin, AAT, Alpha-1 Gene, Lung Disease, Genetic Disease … Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is an …
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Familial Mediterranean Fever is an inherited disease, characterized by recurrent attacks of fever, inflammation, painful, swollen joints, and ankle rash.
… backgrounds, about 1 in 200 has FMF. The availability of genetic testing has helped identify numerous cases among … in people of Middle Eastern ancestry. The results of genetic testing. Also helpful in establishing a correct … … Familial Mediterranean Fever, FMF, Inherited Disease, Genetic Disease, Inflammation, Ankle Rash, Autosomal …