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  1. Help Me Understand Genetics: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    An introduction to fundamental topics related to human genetics, including illustrations and basic explanations of genetics concepts. Cells and DNA How ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding - Genetics
  2. Cells and DNA: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is a cell? What is DNA? What is a gene? What is a chromosome? How many chromosomes do people have? What is noncoding DNA? Learn how to cite this page
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/basics - Genetics
  3. How Genes Work: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What are proteins and what do they do? How do genes direct the production of proteins? Can genes be turned on and off in cells? What is epigenetics? How do ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/howgeneswork - Genetics
  4. Variants and Health: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is a gene variant and how do variants occur? How can gene variants affect health and development? Do all gene variants affect health and development? ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/mutationsanddisorders - Genetics
  5. Inheriting Genetic Conditions: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What does it mean if a disorder seems to run in my family? Why is it important to know my family health history? What are the different ways a genetic condition ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/inheritance - Genetics
  6. Genetics and Human Traits: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    Are fingerprints determined by genetics? Is eye color determined by genetics? Is intelligence determined by genetics? Is handedness determined by genetics? ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/traits - Genetics
  7. Genetic Consultation: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is a genetic consultation? Why might someone have a genetic consultation? What happens during a genetic consultation? How can I find a genetics professional ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/consult - Genetics
  8. Genetic Testing: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is genetic testing? What are the different types of genetic tests? What are the uses of genetic testing? How is genetic testing done? What is informed ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing - Genetics
  9. Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is direct-to-consumer genetic testing? What kinds of direct-to-consumer genetic tests are available? What is genetic ancestry testing? What are the benefits ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/dtcgenetictesting - Genetics
  10. Gene Therapy and Other Medical Advances: MedlinePlus Genetics 
    What is gene therapy? How does gene therapy work? Is gene therapy safe? What are the ethical issues surrounding gene therapy? Is gene therapy available to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/therapy - Genetics
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