Key Features:
The current edition provides the basic concepts of human genetics.
- The initial chapters of the book deal with introduction, structure of chromosomes, and its abnormalities.
- Chapter on chromosomal abnormalities provide information related to genetic syndromes augmented with related illustrations.
- Other chapters include genes, inheritance, population genetics, prevention and treatment of genetic diseases.
- Different types of inheritance are presented with pedigree analysis.
- Emphasis has also been made on latest techniques for prenatal diagnosis.
- Gives an overview of Human Genome Project.
- Includes new tables, flow charts and new improved diagrams.