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Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling
Ian D. Young
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Description for Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling
Paperback. Addresses the challenge of calculations in genetic counselling problem and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of the laws of probability and their application to clinical problems. This text is aimed at genetic counsellors, geneticists, and those involved in providing medical genetic services. Num Pages: 256 pages, 100 line illustrations, tables. BIC Classification: MFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 452.
The process of genetic counselling involves many key components, such as taking a family genetic history, making a diagnosis, and providing communication and support to the family. Among these core processes is the mathematical calculation of the actual risk of a possible genetic disorder. For most physicians and counsellors, the mathematics and statistics involved can be a major challenge which is not always helped by complex computer programs or lengthy papers full of elaborate formulae. In this clear, reader-friendly guide, Ian Young addresses this problem and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of ... Read more
The process of genetic counselling involves many key components, such as taking a family genetic history, making a diagnosis, and providing communication and support to the family. Among these core processes is the mathematical calculation of the actual risk of a possible genetic disorder. For most physicians and counsellors, the mathematics and statistics involved can be a major challenge which is not always helped by complex computer programs or lengthy papers full of elaborate formulae. In this clear, reader-friendly guide, Ian Young addresses this problem and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
252
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
Weight
451g
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780195305272
SKU
V9780195305272
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99-34
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