Autor: |
Tasca, Richard J., McClure, Michael E. |
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Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics; Spring98, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p7-16, 10p |
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Presents information on preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), a technique used to prevent the transmission of certain types of human genetic diseases. Use of PGD to test for genetic diseases that result from defective single genes or abnormal chromosomes; Identification of certain types of genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis, Tay-Sachs disease, Duchenne's muscular dystrophy and Down syndrome. |
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Complementary Index |
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