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Genetic disorder is a result of the wrong information sent by our chromosomes and genes. This disorder is classified into four categories. These are single-gene genetic disorders, multifactorial genetic disorders, chromosomal genetic disorders and mitochondrial genetic disorders.More...
Genetic disorders may result in conditions that need substantial medical care. This illness is very lethal. Genetic disorders are also caused by drugs taken by parents upon pregnancy. Sickle cell anemia and cystic fibrosis are two of the most commonly inherited disorders by children and adult. More...
Mucoviscidosis or what we call cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease which affects the sweat glands, lungs and the digestive system. Genetically speaking, it is the output of an in-frame obliteration of three base duo in the DNA. As a result, cystic fibrosis trans-membrane conductance regulator or CFTR is produced.More...
In 1960’s newborn babies are tested for disorders and undergo screening tests for phenylketonuria which is metabolic disorder. Wide scale screening was made cost effective because they were able to develop a technique of transporting and collecting blood samples on filter papers. More...
Genetic Disorder is a condition that is caused by abnormalities in chromosome or genes. Environmental factors such as physical and mental abuse, stress, diet, pathogens, radiation, exposure to toxins and chemicals found in almost all household cleaners and personal care products can also increase the risk of having this.More...
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