Genetics Short Course

Proposed Topics

Topics subject to change.

Day 1
Faculty Introduction
Pretest/Post-test Review
Structure of DNA
DNA Replication
Protein Synthesis
Gene Expression
Patterns of Inheritance for Single Gene Traits
Pedigree Construction and Analysis

Day 2
Polygenic and Multifactorial Variation in Expression
Pathogenesis of Cancer
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer
Panel Presentation - Increased Genetic Risk for Cancer

Day 3
Genetic Technology and Cancer Risk Biology
Hereditary Colorectal Cancer
Ethical and Social Issues
Referral Guidelines
Questions and Answers
Evaluation