Genetics in Primary Care and Clinical Medicine

This is an introduction to the applications of genetics to clinical medicine. It: reviews basic concepts of genetics; explores the role of genetics in understanding gene alterations, mutations and diseases; and stresses the importance of genetics as a tool for diagnosing and counselling.

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This introduction provides straightforward information on the applications of genetics to clinical medicine. First reviewing fundamental concepts of genetics, the book then explores the role of genetics in understanding gene alterations, and mutations and diseases. The work highlights, for students, residents and practitioners, the important role of genetics as a key research field and as a tool for diagnosing and counselling patients. Coverage includes recent findings in genetically determining diseases.