\"Genetic testing is a type of medical test that identifies changes in chromosom
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"Genetic testing is a type of medical test that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins. The results of a genetic test can confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder. More than 1,000 genetic tests are currently in use, and more are being developed." From: Genetics Home Reference, https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/primer#testing a) What are the different types of genetics tests? b) Go to the Genetic Test Registry https://wwvv.nebi.nhn.nih.gov/gtr/?_ga=1.257362699.1428644138.1470074075 i. How many genetic tests, conditions, and genes are housed at the GTR? ii. Select 2 genetic tests for cancer and describe them iii. Select another test for another condition and describe the test.Explanation / Answer
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Cutaneous malignant melanoma 2-this cancer developed in melanocytes (pigment producing cell) present in skin,eyes.ears.GT and mucous membrane.associated with cyclin dependent kinase (CDK) -CDKN2A gene.50 diagnosis test are available for the Cutaneous malignant melanoma 2.
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