10cp

Human Genetics

Prerequisites BIOL111 Human Systems.
Teaching Organisation 3 hours per week for 12 weeks or equivalent of lectures, laboratory sessions, tutorials.

A study of the principles and terminology of genetics, including the nature and cause of genetic variation in humans and the patterns of inheritance of genetic traits, the techniques of DNA analysis applied to genetic disorders. Genetic counselling is introduced and the principles and ethical issues associated with gene therapy and prenatal diagnosis are analysed.

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