But observers differ over whether race is purely a cultural indicator or whether it signifies underlying biological variability that is relevant to many conditions in addition to single - gene disorders such as sickle cell anemia. (sciencemag.org)
The new lines were derived from skin cells and in one case bone marrow biopsies from patients with complex genetic diseases such as childhood diabetes, as well as rare single - gene disorders including Huntington's disease. (sciencemag.org)
NIPD for single gene disorders in a fetus is diagnostic, as it targets specific genetic changes present in a high risk family. (sciencedaily.com)