Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling

Download or read book Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling written by Ian D. Young and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2007 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In third edition of this clear, reader-friendly guide, the author addresses the challenge of calculations in genetic counseling and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of the laws of probability and their application to clinical problems. The text employs a wealth of clearly explained examples and "key points" in order to guide the reader to an accurate assessment of the risk of genetic disease.