Attendance

- DNA: structure and function. Protein synthesis. - Genes, genome, and genetic mutations. - Transmission of inherited traits. - Classification of genetic diseases. - Examples of monogenic diseases. - Human chromosomes. Karyotype. Chromosomal anomalies. Chromosomal disorders. - Recurrence risks of monogenic diseases and chromosomal disorders. - Diagnosis of monogenic diseases and chromosomal disorders. - Prenatal diagnosis of genetic diseases. - Genetic counseling: indications, aims, and methods.

Knowledge of the general aspects of biology.

- Elementi di genetica medica, Clementi, Editore: Edises. - Teaching material provided by the teacher.

The course takes place in the classroom through face-to-face lectures.

The assessment of learning for the Medical Genetics module will be conducted through a written and oral examination. During the oral examination, the following will be evaluated: theoretical knowledge, the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical exercises, and the ability to use appropriate scientific terminology

The course is structured into 12 hours of educational activities, including theoretical lessons on the program's topics. A portion of each lesson is dedicated to solving genetics problems and questions.