Direct-to-consumer genetic testing provides people access to certain of their genetic information without necessarily involving a healthcare provider
The FBN1 gene provides instructions for making a large protein called fibrillin-1. This protein is transported out of cells into…
Also known as LDS or Loeys-Dietz aortic aneurysm syndrome, this is a disorder that affects the connective tissue in many…
The SERPINA1 gene provides instructions for making a protein called alpha-1 antitrypsin, which is a type of serine protease inhibitor…
Testosterone is the main sex hormone found in men. It controls male physical features.. The testes (testicles) make testosterone.
How Estrogen and Progesterone levels affect women. These hormones play a key role in pregnancy and are also present in…
Uterine fibroids are benign noncancerous tumors affecting women. Fibroids, also called leiomyomas, are made of muscle cells forming into balls…
A High-level overview showcasing the differences and similarities between psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy,
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An Emergency Physician describes how he copes with and faces death on a daily basis and how it impacts him…
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