Emery's Elements of Medical Genetics

Emery's Elements of Medical Genetics has been a best-seller for over 30 years. Generations of students have appreciated its unique balance of basic science, genetics as applied to medicine, and clinical genetics. Now it's better than ever : Meticulous updates reflect the latest discoveries end developments in molecular genetics, DNA technology, pharmacogenetics, cancer genetics, risk calculation, the Human Genome Project, ethics, and much more. Clinical examples reinforce the material's relevance to medicine. Improved clinical photographs provide more and better examples of rare genetic disorders that are difficult to find in others sources. New multiple-choice and case-based review questions facilitate study and self testing. When you combine all of these enhancements with the succinct, straightforward, and well-illustrated coverage that readers have always enjoyed, the result is an outstanding resource for mastering the genetics information you need to know today.