Viva-facts On File: The Ency.of Gene.disor.& Birth Def.

Millions of people some sort of genetically influenced disease. The impact of genetic disorders and birth defects on society is undeniable and extraordinary. Now, The Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders & Birth Defects, Second Edition offers laypeople and professionals alike the most comprehensive single-volume reference to congenital disorders and birth defects available. It contains more than 1,000 updated and revised entries listed in an easy-to-follow A-to-Z format covering everything from the most basic genetic concepts to the latest screening and diagnostic techniques. Entries on all statistically significant afflictions include historical data regarding the condition's original identification information on prognosis, prevalence and mode of inheritance availability of carrier screening and prenatal diagnosis biochemical and molecular bases and much more. The Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders & Birth Defects, Second Editioni