Single Gene Defects

Detailed information on single gene defects and patterns of inheritance

Many different single gene defects require clinical care by a doctor or other healthcare professional. Click on the links below to learn more about this topic.

Autosomal Recessive: Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell Anemia, Tay Sachs Disease

X-linked Recessive: Red-Green Color Blindness, Hemophilia A

X-linked Dominant: Incontinentia Pigmenti