GC 508 - Introduction to Cancer Genetics

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Genetic Counseling

Description:

This course introduces the student to the discipline and field of cancer genetics. Topics covered include: overview of cancer biology and clinical oncology; diagnostics and predictive testing for cancer risk determination; cancer risk assessment; psychosocial aspects of cancer risk assessment and counseling, specific inherited disorders predisposing to malignancy; and risk assessment and counseling for familial cancers.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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