Human molecular genetics / Tom Strachan and Andrew Read.

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Main Author: Strachan, T.
Other Authors: Read, Andrew P., 1939-
Language:English
Published: New York : Garland Science, [2011], ©2011.
Edition:Fourth edition.
Subjects:
Human molecular genetics.
Genome, Human.
Molecular Biology.
Physical Description:xxv, 781 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
Format: Book
Contents:
  • Nucleic acid structure and gene expression
  • Chromosome structure and function
  • Genes in pedigrees and populations
  • Cells and cell-cell communication
  • Principles of development
  • Amplifying DNA : cell-based DNA cloning and PCR
  • Nucleic acid hybridization : principles and applications
  • Analyzing the structure and expression of genes and genomes
  • Organization of the human genome
  • Model organisms, comparative genomics, and evolution
  • Human gene expression
  • Studying gene function in the post-genome era
  • Human genetic variability and its consequences
  • Genetic mapping of mendelian characters
  • Mapping genes conferring susceptibility to complex diseases
  • Identifying human disease genes and susceptibility factors
  • Cancer genetics
  • Genetic testing of individuals
  • Pharmacogenetics, personalized medicine and population screening
  • New approaches to therapy
  • Genetic manipulation of animals for modeling disease and investigating gene function.