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Genetic Disorders: From Cystic Fibrosis to Huntington’s Disease
What are the different types of genetic disorders? 1. Single-gene disorders: These are caused by a change or mutation in one…
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Genetic Counseling: Guidance for Individuals and Families
What is genetic counseling? Genetic counseling is a service that provides information and support to individuals and families who have…
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Genetic Testing: Understanding Your Genetic Makeup
What is genetic testing, and what does it involve? 1. Sample Collection: The process starts with providing a sample of your DNA. This…
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Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC): A disorder causing benign tumors to grow in various organs.
What is the Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) ? TSC is a rare genetic disorder that causes noncancerous tumors to grow…
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WAGR Syndrome: A genetic disorder affecting the eyes, kidneys, genitals, and growth.
What is the WAGR Syndrome ? WAGR Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of Wilms’ tumor,…
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Williams Syndrome: A genetic disorder affecting cognitive development, facial features, and heart health.
What is the Williams Syndrome ? Williams Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects a person’s development. It is…
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Angelman Syndrome: A genetic disorder affecting development, behavior, and seizures.
What is the Angelman Syndrome ? Angelman syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes severe developmental delays and intellectual…
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Prader-Willi Syndrome: A genetic disorder affecting growth, appetite, and behavior.
What is the Prader-Willi Syndrome? Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a set of distinctive features,…
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Galactosemia: A metabolic disorder affecting the metabolism of galactose.
What is the Galactosemia ? Galactosemia is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolize galactose, a…
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Neurofibromatosis: A disorder causing benign tumors to grow on the nerves.
What is the Neurofibromatosis ? Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder that affects the growth of nerve tissue. It causes…
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