Genetic Diseases : Bonei Olam Resources

Human Embryonic Stem Cells Developed From Four-cell Embryo; World First May Lessen Ethical Concerns

For the first time in the world scientists have succeeded in developing human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) from a single cell, or blastomere, of a 4-cell stage embryo, the 24th annual conference of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology heard on July 9.
http://www.sciencedaily.com:80/releases/2008/07/080709084020.htm

Chromosome abnormalities

Chromosome abnormalities involve the gain, loss or rearrangement of visible amounts of genetic material.
http://genome.wellcome.ac.uk/doc_wtd020854.html

Chromosomal Abnormalities - Quick Reference and Fact Sheets

Chromosomal Abnormalities About 1 in 200 babies is born with a chromosomal abnormality. Down syndrome, in which a baby is born with an extra chromosome 21, is among the most common chromosomal abnormalities, and the one whose effects are familiar to most people. Children with Down syndrome have varying degrees of mental retardation, characteristic facial features and, often, heart defects and other problems.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1209.asp

Chromosome Abnormalities Fact Sheet

Chromosomes are the structures that hold our genes. Genes are the individual instructions that tell our bodies how to develop and function; they govern our physical and medical characteristics, such as hair color, blood type and susceptability to disease.
http://www.genome.gov/11508982

CHROMOSOMES- INTRODUCTION

This is a simplified introduction to chromosomes and chromosome abnormalities. It is to be used only for education purposes and not for the medical care of an individual. All information should be reviewed with your health care provider.
http://www.chromodisorder.org/intro.htm

Gene Tests - Pgd LIST

The PGD genetic \"probes\" we build for our families are custom-designed. This is because your DNA is unique on the planet. The DNA that the two of you mix together to make a baby is also unique in the world. The Genesis Genetics Institute, headed by Mark Hughes, MD, PhD, is known globally for our ability to test for some of the rarest genetic conditions, as well as the more common ones. Couples who are at-risk for essentially any serious inherited disease (we will not test for trivial traits) can reduce this risk to their offspring by working with our team.
http://www.genesisgenetics.org/pages/services.html

PGD for Single Gene Disorders

Single gene disorders are genetic conditions caused by the alteration or mutation of a specific gene in the affected person?s DNA.
http://www.reproductivegenetics.com/single_gene.html

PGD for Chromosome Translocation

It is estimated that 1 in 625 individuals in the general population carry a balanced chromosomal translocation.
http://www.reproductivegenetics.com/translocations.html

PGD for - Aneuploidy

Aneuploidy is a term used to describe a chromosome problem, such as Down syndrome, that is caused by an extra or missing chromosome
http://www.reproductivegenetics.com/aneuploidy.html