Help Me Understand Genetics presents basic information about genetics in clear language and provides links to online resources Table of Contents
Cells and DNA Cells, genes, and chromosomes
How Genes Work Proteins, cell growth, and cell division
Mutations and Health Gene mutations, chromosomal changes, and conditions that run in families
Inheriting Genetic Conditions Inheritance patterns and understanding risk
Genetic Consultation Finding and visiting a genetic counselor or other genetics professional
Genetic Testing Benefits, costs, risks, and limitations of genetic testing
Gene Therapy Experimental techniques, safety, ethics, and availability
The Human Genome Project Sequencing and understanding the human genome
Genomic Research Next steps in studying the human genome
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