Genetics and Auditory Disorders

by Richard R. Fay and Arthur N. Popper

Book Overview

This volume covers gene expression, mutations responsible for various forms of hearing loss, mapping and cloning, as well as mitochondrial and cellular genetics. The authors discuss the fundamentals of genetics so that the reader has a complete understanding of methods used in molecular genetic studies for hearing research. Chapters are also included on the uses of mouse models, genetic epidemiology and genetic counseling specifically for hearing...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1441931295
• ISBN13: 9781441931290
• Release Date: December 2010
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"