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A genetic map is a type of chromosome map that shows the relative locations of genes and other important features.
… Genetic Map, Chromosome, Genes, Linkage Analysis, Family Health History …
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Carrier screening is a genetic test performed on people who display no symptoms for a genetic disorder but may be at risk for passing it on to their children.
… Genetic Testing, Genetic Disorder, Alleles, Inheritance, Family Health History …
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The Genomics and Health Disparities Lecture Series was formed to enhance opportunities for dialogue about how innovations in genomics research and technology can impact health disparities. Topics will range from basic science to translational research.
… The Genomics and Health Disparities Lecture Series was formed to enhance … innovations in genomics research and technology can impact health disparities. Topics will range from basic science to … co-sponsored by institutes at the National Institutes of Health (National Human Genome Research Institute, National …
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Newborn genetic screening is testing performed on newborn babies to detect a wide variety of disorders.
… Newborn Screening, Genetic Disorder, Family Health History, Genetic Counselor, Healthcare …
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NHGRI will hold a workshop in September 2019 focused on Genomics in Medicine and Health.
… to integrate genomics into everyday clinical and public health practice 11:15 - 11:20 a.m. - Introduction to Theme 1 … is planning a workshop focused on Genomics in Medicine and Health (GMH) for September 26-27, 2019. Utilizing the … Strategic Planning Workshop: Genomics in Medicine & Health …
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Genomic variation refers to diversity in gene frequencies.
… Genetic Testing, Genetic Counselor, Newborn Screening, Family Health History …
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Genetic testing is the use of a laboratory test to look for genetic variations associated with a disease.
… Genetic Testing, Genetic Counselor, Newborn Screening, Family Health History …
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In genomic imprinting the ability of a gene to be expressed depends upon the sex of the parent who passed on the gene.
… Genetic Imprinting, DNA Sequence, Genes, Family Health History, Genealogy, Gene Expression …
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Dominant refers to the relationship between two versions of a gene.
… Dominant, Recessive, Alleles, Family Health History, Genetics, Genetic Variation, Mutation, Ancestry …
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Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell growth.
… Cell Division, Mutation, DNA Error, Metastasis, Tumor, Family Health History …