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Genetic Disorders Additional Resources



Your Genes, Your Health
The DNA Learning Center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. Complete in depth articles about each disease listed.
http://www.ygyh.org

Gene Clinics
Medical genetics knowledge base. NIH funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients.
http://www.geneclinics.org

Genetic and Rare Conditions
Lay advocacy groups, support groups, information on genetic conditions and birth defects for professionals, educators and individuals. Disorders from A-Z.
http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/

IMMD Institute of Medical Molecular Diagnostics Ltd.
The IMMD is a genetic testing laboratory located in Germany. Provides genetic tests for hereditary breast cancer, various cardiovascular diseases or diseases with onset in childhood.
http://www.immd.de/

XLH Network
Patient support group for XLH, a genetic condition also known as X-Linked Hypophosphatemia, X-Linked Hypophosphatemic Rickets, Familial Hypophosphatemia, Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets.
http://www.xlhnetwork.org

Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
Information on a rare congenital disease.
http://www.p-c-d.org/en/

The UDGD Spot
Resources and information for families of children with genetic disabilities or syndromes that are still awaiting a diagnosis.
http://www.camp-a-roo.com/UDGD/

Blepharophimosis Ptosis Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome
The BPEI (BPES) Family Network encourages people to get in touch with each other, share information and ask questions. Explanation of this rare eye disorder.
http://freespace.virgin.net/andy.bowles/

Genetic Disorders: The Links to Diet
Explores the role of diet in birth defects and genetic disorders. Includes nutritional links to disorders such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, homocystinuria, and cystic fibrosis.
http://www.ctds.info/genetic_disorders.html

Dr. Greene's HouseCalls
A discussion of medical information on trisomy, trisomy 13, genetics, and his own personal family experience with this rare disease.
http://www.drgreene.com/html/21614.html