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For Patients and Families
FAQs about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and the emerging science of pharmacogenomics.
… have assembled answers to frequently asked questions about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and … science of pharmacogenomics. … Health FAQs … FAQs about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and … Condition, Genetic Disorder, Genetic Counseling, Genetic Testing, Rare Disease … FAQs about genetic disorders, the …
Fact Sheet
Genomic research has been central to understanding and combating the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic.
… PCR tests use primers that match a segment of the virus’s genetic material. This allows many copies of that material to … not contain any virus or that there is too little viral genetic material in the sample to be detected. … How does COVID-19 PCR testing work? COVID-19 testing uses a modified version of PCR …
Talking Glossary
GMO (short for “genetically modified organism”) is a plant, animal or microbe in which one or more changes have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the characteristics of an organism.
… have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the … have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the … have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the …
Genetic Disorders
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in both kidneys.
… Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous … and in all races. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous … disease through diet and blood pressure control. Genetic testing for PDK1 and PDK2 is also available for prenatal …
Genetic Disorders
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break easily, often from little or no apparent trauma.
… Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break … or no apparent trauma. … Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break … bones in the spine called "codfish vertebrae." Laboratory testing for OI may include either biochemical testing or …
Genetic Disorders
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic neurological disorder that can affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves and skin.
… Neurofibromatosis is a genetic neurological disorder that can affect the brain, … cord, nerves and skin. … Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic neurological disorder that can affect the brain, … of NF2 is also a key focal area for diagnosis. Genetic testing is also used to diagnose NF1 and NF2. Testing …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… Announcements ( RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049 ) Can a genetic counselor consultant fulfill the need to have a person with genetic counseling experience on the team? No, a person or persons with genetic counseling experience need(s) to be an integral part …
Genetic Disorders
WAGR syndrome is a genetic condition caused by a deletion of genes located on chromosome 11, often causing eye problems and increased risk of cancer in babies.
… WAGR syndrome is a rare genetic condition caused by a deletion of a group of genes … cancer, and mental disability. … WAGR syndrome is a rare genetic condition that can affect both boys and girls. Babies … are usually noted shortly after birth, and genetic testing for the 11p13 deletion is done. A genetic test called …
Research at NHGRI
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.
… and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art genetic and genomic technologies to study the genomes of … that research findings and opportunities derived from genetic and genomic technologies may be translated into … and clinical research, bringing the latest genomic and genetic technologies to the study of human disease. Our …
Research Funding
Building upon a foundation of quantitative genetics laid over a century ago, applying modern genomic approaches to resolve how genetic and non-genetic factors shape variation in human diseases and traits.
… about how to identify and interpret the interplay of genetic and non-genetic factors on trait variation. These issues have … association studies (GWAS) reveal differences in apparent genetic effects across families and populations with …