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Chapter-13 Genetics and Health

BOOK TITLE: Short Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine

Author
1. Prabhakara GN
ISBN
9789380704104
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11257_13
Edition
2/e
Publishing Year
2010
Pages
7
Author Affiliations
1. SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Manjushree Nagar, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka, India, Medical Arts Photography and Modelling, SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Manjushree Nagara, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka, Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, India, SDM Medical College, Dharwad, Karnataka, India
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Abstract

Chromosomal factor and inheritance that lead to genetic disorders are discussed with illustration. Preventive steps for genetic disorders are detailed. Population genetics, gene therapy, cloning along with Human Genome Project are discussed with a note on Heritability.

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