Your Genetic Destiny: Know Your Genes And Save Your Life - Couverture rigide

Milunsky, Aubrey

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0738203777 ISBN 13 : 9780738203775

Editeur : Da Capo Press, 2001

Synopsis

Much in the news, inherited disease and genetic testing are complex and confusing issues that leave most people asking "So, what can I do with this promising information?" A powerfully helpful and authoritative guide, Your Genetic Destiny has the answers. From what tests to have taken to what the results mean and when further genetic counseling is in order; from what foods to avoid to which medications to take and what other medical options are available, world-renowned geneticist Aubrey Milunsky demonstrates how knowledge of our genetic makeup can save our lives. Covering heart disease, hypertension, cancer, diabetes, mental illness, Alzheimer's disease, obesity, longevity, and infertility, Your Genetic Destiny is the most comprehensive, compassionate, and informed guide available for all concerned about the risks of inherited disease.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Much in the news, inherited disease and genetic testing are complex and confusing issues that leave most people asking "So, what can I do with this promising information?" A powerfully helpful and authoritative guide, Your Genetic Destiny has the answers. From what tests to have taken to what the results mean and when further genetic counseling is in order; from what foods to avoid to which medications to take and what other medical options are available, world-renowned geneticist Aubrey Milunsky demonstrates how knowledge of our genetic makeup can save our lives. Covering heart disease, hypertension, cancer, diabetes, mental illness, Alzheimer's disease, obesity, longevity, and infertility, Your Genetic Destiny is the most comprehensive, compassionate, and informed guide available for all concerned about the risks of inherited disease.

Biographie de l'auteur

Aubrey Milunsky, M.D., D.Sc., is Professor of Human Genetics, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Pathology at the Boston University School of Medicine. He is the author or editor of thirteen books and more than two hundred scientific papers.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Da Capo Press
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0738203777
• ISBN 13: 9780738203775
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 432
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible