Choose a pattern of inheritance (autosomal recessive, X-linked dominant, etc.) and identify a disorder with that inheritance pattern. Explain how using a pedigree will help a family understand their probability of passing or inheriting the disorder.

Choose a pattern of inheritance (autosomal recessive, X-linked dominant, etc.) and identify a disorder with that inheritance pattern. Explain how using a pedigree will help a family understand their probability of passing or inheriting the disorder.

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Chapter2: The Human Body In Health And Disease

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