GENE 514 - Current Concepts in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Molecular Diagnostics

Course Description

Please note that this is a 14-week course offered in partnership with NHGRI, which includes live sessions Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30PM ET

The objective of this course is to provide a review of molecular diagnosis of common hereditary or neoplastic disorders for which DNA-based diagnosis is now in routine use. The course is designed as part of the required curriculum for Clinical Genetics & Genomics residents and Laboratory Genetics & Genomics Fellows preparing for certifying examinations given by the American Board of Medical Genetics & Genomics.

Learner Outcomes

When you complete the course successfully, you will be able to:

Know some of the types of conditions for which molecular testing is available.
Appreciate the types of techniques used in molecular diagnosis, including the limitations of each assay.

Textbook Information

There is no textbook for purchase required for this course.

Prerequisites

GENE 500 or permission of the instructor. If you are unsure that you meet the prerequisite requirements, please contact registrar@faes.org and provide information about your course of interest and background knowledge.

Additional Information

Please note that this is a 14-week course offered in partnership with NHGRI, which includes live sessions Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30PM ET

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