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Genetics has become an integral part of medical teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is a science where conceptual and terminological changes occur every day. This book provides information about various aspects of human genetics in a brief, simple, comprehensive and yet interesting manner so as to sustain and drive the interest and enthusiasm of the reader. The two main parts of the book, Principles of Genetics and Applications of Genetics strive to provide current, relevant information in a clear and concise form. With updated text detailing new advances in DNA replication and gene expression, detailed illustrations and examples, chapter summaries and a comprehensive glossary, this book attempts to help the reader learn about and keep abreast with the changes in the fascinating field of genetics.Special Features: Fully revised and updated New techniques explained Latest advances in molecular genetics, DNA replication and gene expression included Comprehensive glossary New examples and colour illustrations Concise summaries
Manu L Kothari is Professor and former head of the Department of Anatomy at Seth GS Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. Lopa A Mehta is Professor and former head of the Department of Anatomy at Seth GS Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. Sadhana S Roychoudhury is Professor of Anatomy at MIMER’s Medical College, Pune.
SECTION 1: PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS: An Introduction to Human Genetics / The Cell / Cytogenetics: The Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance / The Genetic Basis of Inheritance / Modes of Inheritance / Genetic Basis of Variation: Polymorphism and Mutation / Population Genetics / SECTION 2: APPLICATIONS OF GENETICS: Immunogenetics and Blood Groups / Development Genetics / Medical Genetics / Biochemical Genetics / The Genetic Basis of Cancer / Clinical Genetics / Laboratory Genetics / Appendix / Glossary / Index