Genetic disorders

Genetic disorders

Genetic diseases, syndromes, or conditions caused by genetic variations and abnormalities in genes or chromosomes.

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Genetic disorders

yeast artificial chromosome

Health care; Genetic disorders

Yeast artificial chromosome (YAC) is a human-engineered DNA molecule used to clone DNA sequences in yeast cells. YACs are often used in connection with the mapping and sequencing of genomes. Segments ...

ketone body

Health care; Genetic disorders

Any of the three compounds acetoacetic acid, acetone, and the beta derivative of hydroxybutyric acid which are normal intermediates in lipid metabolism and accumulate in the blood and urine in ...

kindred

Health care; Genetic disorders

An extended family; term often used in linkage studies to refer to large families.

fundus

Health care; Genetic disorders

The larger part of a hollow organ that is farthest away from the organ's opening. The bladder, gallbladder, stomach, uterus, eye, and cavity of the middle ear all have a fundus.

direct DNA analysis

Health care; Genetic disorders

The use of mutation analysis, mutation scanning, sequence analysis, or other means of molecular genetic testing to detect a genetic alteration associated with a specific disorder; direct DNA analysis ...

gastroesophageal reflux

Health care; Genetic disorders

Backward flow of the gastric contents into the esophagus resulting from improper functioning of a sphincter at the lower end of the esophagus and resulting especially in heartburn.

uric acid

Health care; Genetic disorders

A waste product left over from normal chemical processes in the body and found in the urine and blood. Abnormal buildup of uric acid in the body may cause a condition called gout. Increased levels of ...