Genetic disorder

overweight and suffers from hypertension. He cannot get a job because he experiences anxiety attacks any time he is placed in a stressful situation. He isolates himself from society in order to mitigate his depression. Why does this man have so many disorders? As ludicrous as it sounds, scientists blame the Holocaust. The obese gentleman is suffering because his grandparents passed on traits they developed from surviving the conditions and fears of the Holocaust. This phenomenon is more formally…

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be a twin? Would your personality or behavior be any different or would genetics determine your development? In recent years, twin studies have been more relevant because of the fascination of nature (environment) versus nurture (genes). Scientists and psychologists are well aware of the nature versus nurture effect but with technological advances, it is taken to a whole new level. Researchers are able to look more deeply into what the…

now carrying genetic material of two women, is fertilized by the male sperm and implanted into the mother (Nazir). This scientific research is called “Three Parent Genetic Babies”. Britain has become the first country in the world to allow babies to be created by the DNA of the three parents (CBS). Since then this has been a hot topic around the world this past year. Controversy over this topic has been blowing through the roof like crazy. In this paper I want to discuss…

The human genome can be described as a set of genetic instructions also known as an organism’s set of DNA, which allow a human being to grow and develop. There are approximately more than 3 billion DNA pairs within an entire genome, containing millions of cells, which all carry various instructions. Inside of our DNA, there is a unique chemical code, which determines our growth, development, and health. This specific code is derived by four nucleotide bases that conform the DNA. These are called…

this sickness is caused by the build-up of excess mucus that has the potential to permanently damage one’s lungs. Cystic Fibrosis, also known as CF, Cystic Fibrosis of Pancreas, Fibrocystic Disease of Pancreas, or Mucoviscidosis, is a non-contagious genetic disease that works by producing mucus that is abnormally thick and sticky, and can ultimately kill the patient. Mucus, as most are aware of, is a slippery substance that lubricates and protects the linings of the airways, digestive system,…

Genetic counselors come from backgrounds in genetics and in counseling. They provide key information and guidance for expecting parents. A genetic counselor would be able to identify potential birth defects and genetic disorders. There are several different kinds of genetic counselors with specific areas of expertise. Depending upon the reasons a family sought out a counselor, can dictate what kind of counselor they get to work with. The majority of the counseling is done in-person to the parent…

The incorporation of genetic alteration, also known as stem cell research, into Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein shows how the advanced plot reflects this debate. Over time, the concept of genetic science and cloning has evolved into something much more than it once was. To some of the public, genetic engineering has caused quite an uproar. Others, however, have never heard about it. The definition found in The Cloning Debate says, “Genetic Engineering: Changing an organism's genetic makeup in…

from parents’ genetics. This DNA transferring involves in vitro fertilisation (IVF) for the egg and sperm to meet outside the mother’s body.…

This is considered a miracle for geneticists trying to eradicate genetic mutations, such as sickle cell anemia. However, because scientists do not know the exact location and function of all DNA sequences, by removing or altering a mutation, scientists could actually be doing more harm than good. A sequence that scientists…

In philosophy, an often debated question involves whether or not the dead can be “wronged”. Slander is mostly agreed to be wrong, regardless of the character of the dead. However, could genetic testing have the same result? One great example is Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln fascinated physicians because of his remarkable stature (6’, 4”) which has been possibly linked to Marfan syndrome. Abraham Lincoln was unusually tall as a child and his extremities were disproportionately to his overall height;…