Human molecular genetics / Tom Strachan and Andrew Read.

Author/creator Strachan, T.
Other author Read, Andrew P., 1939-
Other author Strachan, T.
Format Book
Edition4th ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Garland Science, ©2011.
Descriptionxxv, 781 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
Subjects

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 -- Genetic approaches to treating disease.
General noteRev. ed. of: Human molecular genetics 3 / Tom Strachan and Andrew Read. 3rd ed. c2004.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and indexes.
LCCN 2010004605
ISBN9780815341499 (pbk.)
ISBN0815341490 (pbk.)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks QH431 .S787 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold