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Immunology, phenotype first : How mutations have established new principles and pathways in immunology
This monograph deals with the impact of classical genetics in immunology, prov- ing examples of how large immunological questions were solved, and new fields opened to analysis through the study of phenotypes, either spontaneous or induced. As broad as biology has become, there are those who do not fully understand what the genetic approach is, and how it differs fundamentally from most of the methods available to natural scientists.
Familial mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF), a genetic disorder causing recurrent inflammatory attacks. It delves into various aspects of FMF, including: Definition and historical background of FMF Underlying causes, signs, and symptoms of the disease Modes of transmission through autosomal recessive inheritance Diagnostic methods encompassing genetic, urine, blood, and imaging tests, emphasizing the significance of early diagnosis The link between FMF and amyloidosis, a serious complication...
