BUSINESSCOMPUTINGEDUCATIONELECTRONICSENGINEERINGENVIRONMENTGAMINGHEALTHINTERNETMOBILEMONEYMULTIMEDIAPARENTINGSCIENCEHUBFOLIO
Aviation   Genetics   Medical Science   Space

Inherited Traits & Mutations

  • Genetic Mutations and Change of Function

    Do you want to know more about mutations? Are there mutations that are not harmful? This article explains how genetic mutations are classified and categorized. Learn which mutations lead to a change of function and which ones cannot.
    Published by bala (5939 pts) on Nov 16, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • How is ALD Inherited?

    Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a rare genetic condition that progressively destroys brain tissue. It mainly affects of boys, though about 1 in 5 women with the disease gene inherit some traits. The most common form of ALD is sex-linked being due to a mutated gene on the X chromosome.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15377 pts) on Nov 15, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • Gaucher Disease

    This article describes the symptoms, pathophysiology, and treatment of Gaucher Disease.
    Published by alisonc (2232 pts) on Nov 15, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • An Overview of Mucopolysaccharidoses

    Lysosomal storage disorders are divided into several categories which include sulfatidosis, spingolipidosis, mucopolysaccharidoses, and glycogenosis among others. This article features the different types of mucopolysaccharidoses and the enzyme deficiency of each type.
    Published by DulceCorazon (266 pts) on Nov 10, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • Bloom's Syndrome

    This article describes the characteristics, pathophysiology, and treatment of Bloom's syndrome.
    Published by alisonc (2232 pts) on Nov 10, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • What is Hereditary Spherocytosis?

    Red blood cells have a lifespan of about 120 days. In hereditary spherocytosis the lifespan of these cells is decreased due to an increased rate of RBC destruction. This article gives a short overview of the disorder and the genetic defects involved in hereditary spherocytosis.
    Published by DulceCorazon (266 pts) on Nov 9, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • Edwards' Syndrome

    Edwards' Syndrome is a genetic abnormality that occurs once in every 3,000 births. The condition affects girls more often than boys, and the prognosis is very grim for those children born with it.
    Published by JCRedmond (589 pts) on Nov 8, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • Autism Research and Genetics

    Autism is one of those conditions where it's believed that a genetic component lies at the root of the brain abnormality responsible. That's been the view for the last 20 years, but despite research efforts, the cause hasn't been determined. So where are we in our hunt for the genetic mechanisms?
    Published by Paul Arnold (15377 pts) on Nov 5, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • Crohn's Disease Causes

    Inflammatory bowel disease has two major types. They are ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. This article focuses primarily on Crohn's disease - its causes, symptoms, complications and treatment.
    Published by DulceCorazon (266 pts) on Nov 4, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles

  • An Overview of Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Familial hypercholesterolemia is a disease that is usually inherited from one parent in an autosomal dominant manner. It is characterized by high levels of cholesterol. In rare cases both parents may pass on the mutated gene.
    Published by DulceCorazon (266 pts) on Nov 3, 2009 to
    Genetics Articles
showing 11-20 of 152    < Previous  |  page: 1 2 3 4 5 ...  |  Next >
Sign Up for Weekly Updates
Enter your email to subscribe to the Genetics Newsletter
 
Bright Hub - Science & Technology Articles, Buyer's Guides, How-To Tips and Software Reviews
Become Bright Hub Writer
About Bright Hub | Contact Us | Advertise with Us | Become a Writer | RSS | Site Map | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy
©2009 Bright Hub Inc. All rights reserved. Page copy protected against web site content infringement by Copyscape