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Updated to reflect the newest changes in genetics, Thompson & Thompson's Genetics in Medicine returns as one of the most favored texts in this fascinating and rapidly evolving field. By integrating the classic principles of human genetics with modern molecular genetics, this medical reference book utilizes a variety of learning tools to help you understand a wide range of genetic disorders.- Acquire the state-of-the-art knowledge you need on the latest advances in molecular diagnostics, the Human Genome Project, pharmacogenetics, and bio-informatics.
- Better understand the relationship between basic genetics and clinical medicine with a variety of clinical case studies.
- Recognize a wide range of genetic disorders with visual guidance from more than 240 dynamic illustrations and high-quality photos.
- Immerse yourself in updated graphics, full-color text, illustrations, line diagrams, and clinical photos of genetic diseases.
- Explore the latest genetic content available in order to remain up to date on the most current trends in the field.
- Take advantage of a double-page clinical case study section that demonstrates and reinforces general principles of disease inheritance, pathogenesis, diagnosis, management, and counseling.
- Enhance your critical thinking skills and better retain information. Each chapter ends with up to 5 quick genetic "problems" related to what has just been reviewed, with answers provided in the back of the book.
- Student Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices. You'll also access USMLE-style and multiple choice questions.
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 I am very pleased with my book, April 16, 2017
By Lance A Davis
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I am very pleased with my book. It is well written and illustrated. I recommend this as an introductory text to genetic medicine as well as a reference for the graduate level student.
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 Four Stars, March 21, 2017
By w.konig
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very clear
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The eight edition is updated to cover the lastest techniques in genomics, February 12, 2017
By A Customer
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This eight edition is up-to-date, well written and covers the major new development and techniques in Genetics/genomics. Useful daily reference book for many clinical geneticist.
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Necessity for anyone working with genetics., February 01, 2017
By A changing World
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I just started a position in genetics and this book was recommended by the genetic councelors. I couldn't carry a textbook on the train so I purchased the kindle version.
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Perfect, December 22, 2016
By Adem Demir
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Absolutely an essential...
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Very nice overview providing a gentle introduction to a rapidly changing ..., December 10, 2016
By Visitor
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Very nice overview providing a gentle introduction to a rapidly changing field of endeavor. I would gladly consider buying a new edition in the future but would ask the authors to delve deeper into each of the subject areas. This is enough to whet the appetite but not enough to sate the palate...
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