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Genetic Mutations and Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a serious health concern for many women. This article looks at the symptoms of ovarian cancer and the possible causes - genetics? lifestyle? or both?

Published by KM (235 pts ) on Jan 30, 2009 to
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Triple X Syndrome - A Chromosomal Abnormality
Triple X syndrome, also called trisomy X is a rare chromosomal abnormality that is characterised by an extra X chromosome in each cell.

Published by Ricky (22,000 pts ) on Jan 26, 2009 to
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Menkes Disease - Causes and Cure
Copper is not only a useful metal for industry, it's also crucially important for the correct functioning of several organs and tissues. And the consequences can be dire if there is not enough of it in the body.

Published by Ricky (22,000 pts ) on Jan 26, 2009 to
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Maple Syrup Urine Disease - A Rare Genetic Disease
Maple syrup urine disease is a rare genetic disease that affects the way the body breaks down three key amino acids. There are several symptoms, the most noticeable being a sweet smelling, burnt sugar odour to the individual's urine.

Published by Ricky (22,000 pts ) on Jan 25, 2009 to
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PGD: Embryo Screening for Genetic Diseases
Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a way of screening an embryo produced by IVF. It takes place before implantation to search for genetic mutations that could develop into a chronic disease. The aim is to select an embryo that is free of the disease it is being screened for.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,377 pts ) on Jan 18, 2009 to
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Genetic Disorders in a Laboratory
The creation of genetic disorders in cell cultures in the laboratory gives scientists a chance to be able to see how genetic mutations cause diseases.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,377 pts ) on Dec 29, 2008 to
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Hypothyroidism and Genetics
Hypothyroidism is a disease that affects 1 in 3,000 to 4,000 newborns (called congenital hypothyroidism). Children with CH may have partial or complete loss of thyroid function. If the disease develops later in life it's known as acquired hypothyroidism.

Published by Rafael B. (8,334 pts ) on Nov 21, 2008 to
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Genetic Mutations and the Spread of Influenza Worldwide
Influenza virus infection is a public health threat worldwide. Genetic sequence mutations are studied to reveal more about the associations between the structure and function of influenza viruses; knowledge that can help the design of influenza vaccines and anti-viral drugs.

Published by Dr. Pharm Tao (213 pts ) on Nov 17, 2008 to
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Cancer Patient´s DNA Sequenced for the First Time in History
For the first time in history the complete genome of a cancer patient has been completely sequenced to establish the genetic mutations that had caused the disease. It's a massive breakthrough in cancer research.

Published by Rafael B. (8,334 pts ) on Nov 6, 2008 to
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How Do Cells Divide?
Cell division is a complex process which involves multiple phases and microstructures. There are two types of cell division; mitosis and meiosis. This article looks at mitosis.

Published by Rafael B. (8,334 pts ) on Oct 29, 2008 to
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