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Giving unique and meaningful names to every human gene

basic guides to genetics
 

Links to sites that provide information on genetic disorders:



Contact a Family - Includes contacts and a database of rare disorders (UK site). 

Genes and Disease - Find out how genes contribute to human disease.

Blazing a Genetic Trail - Information on genes that cause genetic disease and current research.

Genetic and Rare Conditions SIte - Information on genetic conditions and support groups.

GeneTests - Medical database relating genetic testing to the diagnosis, management, and genetic counselling of individuals and families with specific inherited disorders. 

OMIMTM - Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man. Catalogue of human genes and genetic disorders. 

National Organisation for Rare Disorders - Search the largest database for information on rare disorders.  Over 1,100 diseases are included.

Alliance of Genetic Support Groups - Brings together the public and healthcare professionals to promote enhanced quality of life for people with genetic disorders. 

Healthopedia.com - A a medical and health consumer information resource.

Medical Dictionary

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current knowledge of all human genes
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The work of the HGNC is supported by National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) grant P41 HG03345 and Wellcome Trust grant 081979/Z/07/Z.