Genetic Counseling - Human Genetics

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Topics covered this semester will include gene structure and function, chromosomal abnormalities, single gene inheritance, molecular, cellular and biochemical basis of genetic disease, complex and multifactorial inheritance, genetic diversity, risk calculation in genetic counseling, and population genetics. Techniques of genetic analysis and appropriate nomenclature will be introduced. Prerequisite: Admission into the Master of Science in Genetic Counseling program, or consent of instructor.