Genetic Disorders (648)

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http://www.geneclinics.org
Editor's Pick Gene Clinics Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   Medical genetics knowledge base. NIH funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients.
   http://www.geneclinics.org

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http://www.a3243g.com/
A3243G Open in a new browser window
   Explains a gene defect of mitochondrial DNA which causes several diseases, including maternally inherited diabetes with deafness. Features a newsletter, patient forum and definitions.
   http://www.a3243g.com/
http://freespace.virgin.net/andy.bowles/
Blepharophimosis Ptosis Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome Open in a new browser window
   The BPEI (BPES) Family Network encourages people to get in touch with each other, share information and ask questions. Explanation of this rare eye disorder.
   http://freespace.virgin.net/andy.bowles/
http://www.ctds.info/genetic_disorders.html
Genetic Disorders: The Links to Diet Open in a new browser window
   Explores the role of diet in birth defects and genetic disorders. Includes nutritional links to disorders such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, homocystinuria, and cystic fibrosis.
   http://www.ctds.info/genetic_disorders.html
http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/
Genetic and Rare Conditions Open in a new browser window
   Lay advocacy groups, support groups, information on genetic conditions and birth defects for professionals, educators and individuals. Disorders from A-Z.
   http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/
http://www.immd.de/
IMMD Institute of Medical Molecular Diagnostics Ltd. Open in a new browser window
   The IMMD is a genetic testing laboratory located in Germany. Provides genetic tests for hereditary breast cancer, various cardiovascular diseases or diseases with onset in childhood.
   http://www.immd.de/
http://www.drgreene.org/body.cfm?id=21&action=detail&ref=614
Information on Trisomy 13 Open in a new browser window
   Discusses medical information on this chromosome abnormality, including the doctor's personal experience with this rare disease.
   http://www.drgreene.org/body.cfm?id=21&action=detail&ref=614
http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn7445
New Scientist: Heroin Addiction Gene Identified and Blocked Open in a new browser window
   Scientists have not only identified a critical gene involved in heroin addiction relapse, but they have also successfully blocked it, eliminating cravings for the drug.
   http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn7445
http://www.p-c-d.org/en/
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Open in a new browser window
   Information on a rare congenital disease.
   http://www.p-c-d.org/en/
http://www.jewishgeneticscenter.org/
The Center For Jewish Genetics Disorders Open in a new browser window
   A critical effort to provide public and professional education for many of the identified Jewish genetic disorders. Find info on screening and counseling, advocacy, events and community resources.
   http://www.jewishgeneticscenter.org/
http://www.jdawiseman.com/papers/el-greco/el-greco-dysmorphology.html
What malformation did El Greco paint? Open in a new browser window
   El Greco’s faces are modelled on a child with a distinctive malformation. But what condition is it?
   http://www.jdawiseman.com/papers/el-greco/el-greco-dysmorphology.html
http://www.xlhnetwork.org
XLH Network Open in a new browser window
   Patient support group for XLH, a genetic condition also known as X-Linked Hypophosphatemia, X-Linked Hypophosphatemic Rickets, Familial Hypophosphatemia, Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets.
   http://www.xlhnetwork.org
http://www.ygyh.org
Your Genes, Your Health Open in a new browser window
   The DNA Learning Center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. Complete in depth articles about each disease listed.
   http://www.ygyh.org

Last Updated: 2007-08-13 12:18:27