Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 256 pages
• Published by: Oxford University Press, USA
• Edition: 3rd Edition October 16, 2006
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0195305272
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0195305272
• Book Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Weighs: 7.2 ounces

Product Review
`I would recommend this book to any clinicians involved in aspects of genetic counselling' Genetical Research

`Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counselling more than fulfils its aim to be a "user friendly introduction to risk calculation for those involved in deliver of genetic counselling services." It is clear in style, with worked examples, and all within 150 pages' BMJ, vol 307

`this new text is to be welcomed as it is readily accessible to the majority of clinicians and is, in essence, a book that should be on the "working bookshelf"!' Neuromuscular Disorders --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Description
The process of genetic counseling involves many key components, such as taking a family genetic history, making a diagnosis, and providing communication and support to the family. Among these core processes is the mathematical calculation of the actual risk of a possible genetic disorder. For most physicians and counselors, the mathematics and statistics involved can be major challenge which is not always helped by complex computer programs or lengthy papers full of elaborate formulae. In this clear, reader-friendly guide, Ian Young addresses this problem and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of the laws of probability and their application to clinical problems. The text employs a wealth of clearly explained examples and key points in order to guide the reader to an accurate assessment of the risk of genetic disease. It primarily will appeal to genetic counselors, geneticists, and all those involved in providing medical genetic services. In this new edition, Dr. Young has pruned redundancies and extensively updated the concepts in each of the ten chapters, and he has included more working examples, a popular feature of the book.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Introduction to Risk Calculation in Genetic Counseling (Paperback) Is difficult to find such a practical book in this area I THINK THAT THIS BOOK IS NOT ONLY THE BEST IF NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT CAN FULFILL THE GENETICIST CALCULATION REQUIREMENTS! Congratulations to the author!!!!!!!!!!!!!