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Detailed information on medical genetics, including chromosome abnormalities, single gene defects, multifactorial inheritance, teratogens, and non-traditional inheritance
Types of Chromosome Abnormalities
Detailed information on the different types of chromosome abnormality
Medical Genetics: Multifactorial Inheritance
Multifactorial inheritance is when more than 1 factor causes a trait or health problem, such as a birth defect or chronic illness. Genes can be 1 factor, but other things that aren't genes can play a part, too.
Mitochondrial Inheritance: Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Detailed information on mitochondrial inheritance and Leber's optic atrophy.
