Genetic mutation is the change that occurs in the sequence of DNA. This mutation can occur at a single site on the DNA or may extend over a stretch of DNA. Genetic mutation is of two types: germline mutation (mutation inherited from one generation to another) and somatic mutation (acquired by a person after birth). Sometimes genetic mutation is beneficial as they help build genetic diversity within the population. But sometimes, it can be detrimental too. It plays a key role in the development of diseases like Sickle cell anemia, Phenylketonuria, Down’s syndrome and Colour blindness.
Recent technological advancements have empowered scientists to detect DNA changes with unprecedented precision.
A facial deformity that affected members of the Habsburg royal family can be attributed to years of inbreeding, new research has found.
Scientists are debating the fact that mutation of good gene can help them come up with better drugs that could mimic the functioning of the gene to treat high cholesterol, heart health and diabetes better.
Do not let ovarian cancer snatch away your life. Learn about the causes that can make ovarian cancer occur to you, know about its symptoms and detect it early.
A combination of three existing methods of finding out genetic mutations in cancer cells, this new method will help doctors find out how the cancer has initiated and enable them make better decisions on the best treating options.
Researchers at the Bengaluru-based genomic diagnostics and research firm MedGenome Labs have discovered this never-before-seen genetic mutation.
There are measures you can take to reduce your cancer risk.
French researchers have discovered that Zika virus can also be sexually transmitted.
Genetic mutations can reveal about breast cancer relapse
Low oxygen levels, not genetic mutations responsible for cancer?
Solitary mutation can destroy critical 'window' of early brain development
Once thought to be non-existent in India, cystic fibrosis is the much widespread in Indian children than expected. Here are the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Addiction: It's all in the genes!
A capsule that destroys only cancer cells
Recent technological advancements have empowered scientists to detect DNA changes with unprecedented precision.
A facial deformity that affected members of the Habsburg royal family can be attributed to years of inbreeding, new research has found.
Scientists are debating the fact that mutation of good gene can help them come up with better drugs that could mimic the functioning of the gene to treat high cholesterol, heart health and diabetes better.
Do not let ovarian cancer snatch away your life. Learn about the causes that can make ovarian cancer occur to you, know about its symptoms and detect it early.
A combination of three existing methods of finding out genetic mutations in cancer cells, this new method will help doctors find out how the cancer has initiated and enable them make better decisions on the best treating options.
Researchers at the Bengaluru-based genomic diagnostics and research firm MedGenome Labs have discovered this never-before-seen genetic mutation.
There are measures you can take to reduce your cancer risk.
French researchers have discovered that Zika virus can also be sexually transmitted.
Genetic mutations can reveal about breast cancer relapse
Low oxygen levels, not genetic mutations responsible for cancer?
Solitary mutation can destroy critical 'window' of early brain development
Once thought to be non-existent in India, cystic fibrosis is the much widespread in Indian children than expected. Here are the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Addiction: It's all in the genes!
A capsule that destroys only cancer cells
