A genetic disorder is a health problem caused by one or more abnormalities in the genome. It can be caused by a mutation in a single gene (monogenic) or...
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The following is a list of genetic disorders and if known, type of mutation and for the chromosome involved. Although the parlance "disease-causing gene"...
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protein output. In a medical setting, genetic testing can be used to diagnose or rule out suspected genetic disorders, predict risks for specific conditions...
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prominent example of a genetically determined neurodevelopmental disorder is Trisomy 21, also known as Down syndrome. This disorder usually results from...
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organisms Genetic, used as an adjective, refers to genes Genetic disorder, any disorder caused by a genetic mutation, whether inherited or de novo Genetic mutation...
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Genetic counseling is the process of investigating individuals and families affected by or at risk of genetic disorders to help them understand and adapt...
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Bardet–Biedl syndrome (BBS) is a ciliopathic human genetic disorder that produces many effects and affects many body systems. It is characterized by rod/cone...
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Angelman syndrome (category Neurological disorders)
Angelman syndrome (AS) is a genetic disorder that mainly affects the nervous system. Symptoms include a small head and a specific facial appearance, severe...
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by executive dysfunction occasioning symptoms of inattention...
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syndromic autism. ASD is associated with several genetic disorders, perhaps due to an overlap in genetic causes. Distinguishing between ASD and other diagnoses...
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