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The latest numbers and still rising is nearly 7000 genetic diseases have been recognized and mapped as to genetic causes. Source is the US Gov genetics site.

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How can the Human Genome Project help us understand Genetic Disease?

The Human Genome Project provides a comprehensive map of human DNA, which can help identify genes associated with genetic diseases. By studying these genes, researchers can better understand the underlying causes of genetic diseases, develop diagnostic tests, and explore potential treatments or cures. This project has significantly advanced our ability to unravel the genetic basis of many diseases.


What is urine based newborn genetic screening?

Newborn Babies are screened for congenital genetic disorders at birth for more than 100 metabolic disorder by a urine test as compared to 40-50 disorder by blood test. Urine based screening is more accurate and usually gives diagnostic results. Blood test are screening test for few IEM many of which are later confirmed by urine test. Genetics screen is very important for all babies and it is done right after the birth when baby complete 48 hr,it is very safe because it only require urine sample by a painless procedure and very reliable,as i have heard the technique used is highly sensitive and gives accurate results. Blood spot screening is covers few IEM, congenital hypothyroidism, sickle cell disorders, HIV infection etc.. The limitations of sensitivity and specificity when screening such small volumes of blood restricts the use of dried blood spot. However, recent advances such as the production of monoclonal antibodies, expression of synthetic proteins, and the introduction of the polymerase chain reaction have overcome many of these problems but still to attain accuracy.


Diseases of the nervous system may result from?

Nervous system diseases can result from a number of factors. Not all diseases are fully understood yet. Causes may be genetic or environmental / toxins. Though injuries account for many nervous system disorders and conditions, these problems are not diseases.


Total how many diseases are in the world?

Animals can get all the different types of diseases that humans get. Broadly speaking, this includes bacterial infections, viral infections, parasite infestations, fungal infections, cancer, degenerative diseases, metabolic conditions and congenital defects.


Physical and chemical analysis of urine?

In the absence of symptoms or known disease, routine screening urinarlysis in healthy patients has been found to not be useful in detecting medical disease.

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A disorder caused partly or completely by a defect in genes?

There are dozens of diseases caused by a genetic defect. They are known as genetic diseases. Sickle Cell anemia, Hemophilia, Tay-Sachs, Huntingtons Disease- and many others are genetic diseases.


Can ducks get Down Syndrome?

Docks do not get down syndrome. You have not studied the genetic diseases of ducks to any extent. But one can be sure that ducks too must be getting as many genetic diseases.


What are some forms of genetic diseases?

Their are many forms of genetic disease. Some of them are chromosomal abnormalities, gene defects, multifunctional problems, teratogenic problems and many more.


How many people die each year from genetic diseases?

It is difficult to provide an exact number as it varies by region and specific genetic disease. However, genetic diseases collectively are a leading cause of death worldwide, with millions of people affected each year. Advances in genetics and personalized medicine are helping to reduce the impact of genetic diseases on mortality rates.


Is genetic engineering in humans good?

YesAnswerYES. Think about it, we could eliminate genes that code for inheritable diseases and mental diseases. I know and have seen many mentally ill people and people with genetic diseases and it breaks my heart. The pain they have to go through....it could all be eliminated before birth by fixing the genes.


What disease is called by a genetic mutation?

cystic fibrosis


Can you know my disease in future with the DNA testing?

You can find out what diseases you may be genetically predisposed to, but not whether those diseases will actually develop, as many genetic diseases need an environmental or other trigger to "turn on" that gene to make the disease develop.


Why are people screened?

Usually people undergo screening to detect diseases, like cancer, in their early stages so that they many be treated immediately before they pose a serious risk to the individual


Is tenant screening required by all landlords?

"While in many areas tenant screening is required by many landlords, in most places screening is not required. Depending on the location and company, you may or may not become subject to tenant screening."


How can the Human Genome Project help us understand Genetic Disease?

The Human Genome Project provides a comprehensive map of human DNA, which can help identify genes associated with genetic diseases. By studying these genes, researchers can better understand the underlying causes of genetic diseases, develop diagnostic tests, and explore potential treatments or cures. This project has significantly advanced our ability to unravel the genetic basis of many diseases.


How many diseases have been identified as resulting directly from abnormal genes?

More than 4,200 diseases have been identified as resulting directly from abnormal genes, and countless others that may be partially influenced by a person's genetic makeup


What is urine based newborn genetic screening?

Newborn Babies are screened for congenital genetic disorders at birth for more than 100 metabolic disorder by a urine test as compared to 40-50 disorder by blood test. Urine based screening is more accurate and usually gives diagnostic results. Blood test are screening test for few IEM many of which are later confirmed by urine test. Genetics screen is very important for all babies and it is done right after the birth when baby complete 48 hr,it is very safe because it only require urine sample by a painless procedure and very reliable,as i have heard the technique used is highly sensitive and gives accurate results. Blood spot screening is covers few IEM, congenital hypothyroidism, sickle cell disorders, HIV infection etc.. The limitations of sensitivity and specificity when screening such small volumes of blood restricts the use of dried blood spot. However, recent advances such as the production of monoclonal antibodies, expression of synthetic proteins, and the introduction of the polymerase chain reaction have overcome many of these problems but still to attain accuracy.