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   Can a genetic disorder be inherited?

   • A genetic disorder that is caused by a mutation can be inherited. Therefore, people with a genetic disorder in their family may be concerned about having children with the disorder. A genetic counselor can help them understand the risks of their children being affected.

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   What is human genetic disease?

   • human genetic disease, any of the diseases and disorders that are caused by mutations in one or more genes. With the increasing ability to control infectious and nutritional diseases in developed countries, there has come the realization that genetic diseases are a major cause of disability, death, and human tragedy.

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   What are inherited diseases?

   • These are called genetic disorders, or inherited diseases. Since genes are passed from parent to child, any changes to the DNA within a gene are also passed. DNA changes may also happen spontaneously, showing up for the first time within the child of unaffected parents. This is referred to as a new mutation, where the word mutation means change.

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   Can a genetic condition be heritable?

   • A change or fault in the DNA can cause a genetic condition. Since genes pass from parent to child, these disorders may be heritable. However, not everyone with a genetic condition in their family will experience symptoms of the disorder. Genetic conditions can affect any gene or chromosome.

   Genetic disorders: Definition, development, and examples

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   This article surveys the main categories of genetic disease, focusing on the types of genetic mutations that give rise to them, the risks associated with exposure to certain environmental agents, and the course of managing genetic disease through counseling, diagnosis, and treatment.

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   Aug 20, 2021 · Genetic disorders occur when a mutation affects your genes or chromosomes. Some disorders cause symptoms at birth, while others develop over time. Genetic testing can help you learn more about the likelihood of experiencing a genetic disorder.

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   Sep 14, 2020 · A genetic disorder is a condition that occurs as a result of a mutation in DNA. There are many different types of genetic disorder. Learn more here.

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   May 18, 2018 · A genetic disorder is a disease caused in whole or in part by a change in the DNA sequence away from the normal sequence. Genetic disorders can be caused by a mutation in one gene (monogenic disorder), by mutations in multiple genes (multifactorial inheritance disorder), by a combination of gene mutations and environmental factors, or by damage ...

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   What is an Inherited Disease? Although genetic factors play a part in nearly all health conditions and characteristics, there are some conditions in which the genetic changes are almost exclusively responsible for causing the condition. These are called genetic disorders, or inherited diseases.

8. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesThe genetic basis of disease - PMC - National Center for ...

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   Dec 3, 2018 · This review explores the genetic basis of human disease, including single gene disorders, chromosomal imbalances, epigenetics, cancer and complex disorders, and considers how our understanding and technological advances can be applied to provision of appropriate diagnosis, management and therapy for patients.

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   Genetic disorders are diseases, syndromes, or other abnormal conditions that are caused by mutations in one or more genes or by chromosomal alterations. Genetic disorders are typically present at …