The Human Genome. McConkey E.

This book presents the latest information on gene structure and function, how mutations lead to the development of hereditary diseases, and how progress in our understanding of the human genome affects practical medicine. The book will be useful to anyone who wants to expand their knowledge in the field of human medical genetics. It is an ideal text for students and teachers of natural science, humanities, and medical universities and faculties, medical workers, and practicing physicians—everyone who wants to have knowledge about the molecular genetic basis of diseases. To make the book accessible to the widest possible range of readers, the translator has supplemented it with numerous comments, a bibliography, and links to online resources.