An Update in Genetics for the Orthoptist a Brief Review of Gene Mapping

L Adams, DOBA, DipAppSc(Cumb)

Genetics in the field of medical research is an area which is rapidly developing. The process of mapping the human genome via the method of reverse genetics is resulting in the chromosomal location and identification of genes responsible for various inherited disorders. The specific location of genes on specific chromosomes will allow for prenatal diagnosis, presymptomatic diagnosis, and carrier detection, confirmation of individuals affected and later on, possible treatment, in some disorders this has already been the case.
This paper gives a brief overview of one of the techniques used in gene mapping known Recombinant DNA Technology in relation to inherited eye disease.