📖 Genetic Disorders. A Brief Review.

Genetic disorders are far more common than is widely appreciated. Abnormalities can range from a small mutation in a single gene to the addition or subtraction of an entire chromosome or set of chromosomes. Sound knowledge is required enabling individuals to be better informed about genetic risks and reproductive options and thus further aids in prevention of morbidity resulting from genetic diseases and alleviation of the sufferings this would pose. The aim here is to provide overall familiarity with Genetic Disorders, with focus on its types and brief description on the diagnosis, screening and treatment.