Case study- Genetic disorders

Case study- Genetic disorders

To begin, go to https://www.genome.gov/10001204

Under “Genetic Disorders” you will see an alphabetical list of diseases.

Choose one disorder…what did you choose? __________________

Click on the disorder, notice the questions followed by answers below.

Please address the following related to the disease you have chosen. You should expect to have at least one paragraph for each response. Submit your completed write-up.

What is your disease?

What causes it?

What are signs and symptoms of this disease?

How is this diagnosed?

How is it treated?