Only 3 persons may use the same disorder, so choose wisely. Usethe \"More Tools\", \"Groups\", tool to find a sign up sheet forseveral disorders to be discussed in this post. You will becomposing an essay with different paragraphs addressing theinformation posted below. If the format of your post is inquestion/answer format rather than a coherent essay, you will losepoints.
Disorder: Klinefelters syndrome
1. Perhaps you an /or your significant other is a carrier of aharmful recessive trait, such as cystic fibrosis. What would you dowhen considering having children? Would you hope for the best andignore the situation or would you see a genetic counselor orwhat?
2. Select a genetic disorder from the \"groups\" list. Don'tforget to sign up for it. Explain what type of genetic defect ordisorder it is. Explain how this genetic anomaly occurs. Is itautosomal or sex-linked? Is it dominant, recessive or aneuploidy?You should include what the effects are for individuals, what arethe survival rates, is there a higher risk in certain populations,and any other interesting information.
