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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Heredity | The science of or the process by which organisms pass genetic traits on to their offspring. |
| Genetics | The science that accounts for natural differences and resemblances among organisms related by descent. |
| DNA | The combination of proteins, called nucleotides, that is arranged to make up an organism’s chromosomes. |
| Gene | A tiny segment of DNA found on a chromosome within a cell’s nucleus. |
| Chromosomes | Units within cell nuclei where genetic material is stored. |
| Genome | All the DNA in an organism, including its genes. |
| Use of DNA Testing | Newborn screening. Diagnostic testing. Carrier testing. Prenatal testing. Preimplantation testing. Predictive and presymptomatic testing. Forensic testing. |
| Genetic Discrimination | Differential treatment based on actual or presumed genetic differences. |
| Laws that prohibit genetic discrimination: | HIPAA. ADA. GINA. ACA. |
| Cloning | The process used to create an exact genetic replica of another cell, tissue, or organism. *Controversial* |
| Types of cloning | Gene cloning. Therapeutic cloning. Reproductive cloning. Xenotransplantation. |
| Gene Therapy | The insertion of a normally functioning gene into cells in which an abnormal or absent element of the gene has caused disease. |
| Variety of applications | Replace deficiencies. Insert normal copies of genes. Turn off harmful genes. |
| Infertility | The failure to conceive for a period of 12 months or longer due to a deviation from or interruption of the normal structure or function of any reproductive part, organ, or system. |