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Genetic Disorders
Retinitis pigmentosa is a group of inherited eye diseases that affect the retina (the light-sensitive part of the eye).
… will be carriers. If the mother is the carrier, 1 in 2 sons will be affected and 1 in 2 daughters will be carriers. In families with the X-linked type, only males are affected, while females carry the …
Genetic Disorders
Velocardiofacial syndrome is the most common syndrome associated with a cleft palate.
… of the missing segment in individuals with VCFS is 22q11.2. VCFS is also called the 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. It also … of the individual accurately. As a result of this type of learning disability, students will have relative … through a research lab. … Treatment is based on the type of symptoms that are present. For example, heart defects …
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Genetic Disorders
Cri du chat syndrome is a rare genetic condition that is caused by the deletion of genetic material on the the p arm of chromosome 5.
… be seen on a chromosome analysis. If not, a more detailed type of genetic test called FISH analysis may be needed to …
Genetic Disorders
Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red blood cells disorders.
… appears to stimulate the production of fetal hemoglobin, a type of hemoglobin usually found only in newborns. Fetal …
Genetic Disorders
Prostate cancer is a disease where certain cells in the prostate become abnormal and multiply to form a tumor.
… cancer during their lifetime. At this time, more than 2 million men in the United States who have had prostate … cancer when it is in advanced stages. They are over 2 times more likely to die from prostate cancer than white …