MLAB 2378 Fundamentals of Molecular Diagnostics

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Review the Basic Human Genetics modules.
Go to the Genetic Science Learning Center and review the following modules:
What is a gene?
What is a chromosome?
What is inheritance?
Review the Human Genetics powerpoint to familiarize yourself with genetic terminology and pedigrees.
Here are a few other powerpoints which you may find useful:
Human Pedigree Analysis - autosomal recessive and dominant examples
Mendelian Inheritance - X-Linked Inheritance
Pedigrees- Working Out Inheritance Patterns
Pedigree Analysis
Familiarize yourself with the following chart of symbols used on a pedigree.