Principles of the Human Genome and Pharmacogenomics
Author | : Daniel A. Brazeau |
Publisher | : American Pharmacists Association (APhA) |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011 |
ISBN-10 | : 1582121249 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781582121246 |
Rating | : 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Principles of the Human Genome and Pharmacogenomics provides solid background to help pharmacists and students apply genetic principles to health care. Chapters cover the history of pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenetics, information flow in biological systems, genomes and genomics, genomic technologies and pharmacogenomics, case studies, and ethical challenges. KEY FEATURES: Learning outcomes at the start of each chapter provide clear focus. Review questions highlight important principles to remember. Boxes throughout each chapter define key terminology; a full glossary is also included at the end of the book.