• Medical Genetics

• Authors: Gelehrter, Thomas D.; Collins, Francis S.; Ginsburg, David
• Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
• ISBN-13: 978-0801857430
• ISBN-10: 0801857434
• Publication Year: 1998
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Page Count: 616 Pages

Medical Genetics offers a concise introduction to clinical human genetics for medical students and practitioners. It covers fundamental principles, including DNA structure, gene expression, and inheritance. The book delves into genetic disorders, discussing etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management, including chromosomal abnormalities, single-gene disorders, multifactorial inheritance, and genetic screening. The text emphasizes the application of genetic knowledge in clinical settings for diagnosis, risk assessment, and personalized treatment.