Genetics

Question 1

Describe the basic pattern of inheritance

Question 2

Describe common congenital alterations and who is affected by the various types (Autosomal Dominant)

Answer 2

Single gene causes disease

If one parent carries a single allele the offspring will have a 50% chance of inheriting the disorder

Question 3

Describe common congenital alterations and who is affected by the various types (Autosomal Recessive)

Answer 3

Disease occurs only in homogenous pairs, must have 2 recessive genes

Question 4

Describe common congenital alterations and who is affected by the various types (Sex Linked)

Question 5

Describe common congenital alterations and who is affected by the various types (Multifactorial)

Question 6

Describe common congenital alterations and who is affected by the various types (Chromosomal Disorders)