Clinical Genetics (journal)
Clinical Genetics (journal)
Clinical Genetics is a peer-reviewed medical journal that focuses on the field of genetics in a clinical setting. The journal publishes articles that contribute to the understanding of the role of genetic factors in human health and disease.
Pronunciation
The term "Clinical Genetics" is pronounced as /ˈklɪnɪkəl dʒɪˈnɛtɪks/.
Etymology
The term "Clinical Genetics" is derived from two words. "Clinical" comes from the Greek word "klinike" meaning "bedside" and "Genetics" comes from the Greek word "genetikos" meaning "genitive" and "genes" meaning "born".
Scope
The scope of Clinical Genetics includes, but is not limited to, the following areas: genetic counseling, genetic testing, genomic medicine, molecular genetics, population genetics, genetic epidemiology, and genetic pathology.
Related Terms
- Genetic Counseling: A process that involves the communication of the nature and consequences of genetic disorders to help individuals make informed medical and personal decisions.
- Genetic Testing: A type of medical test that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to predict a person's risk of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
- Genomic Medicine: An emerging medical discipline that involves using genomic information about an individual as part of their clinical care.
- Molecular Genetics: A field of biology that studies the structure and function of genes at a molecular level.
- Population Genetics: A subfield of genetics that deals with genetic differences within and between populations.
- Genetic Epidemiology: The study of the role of genetic factors in determining health and disease in families and in populations.
- Genetic Pathology: The study of diseases that are caused by changes in genes or chromosomes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clinical Genetics (journal)
- Wikipedia's article - Clinical Genetics (journal)
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