Wanderer Archive


Example Diseases


Automosomal

Dominant:

Huntington’s Disease; neurological problems

Recessive:

Cystic fibrosis; affects lungs and digestive system

Sickle Cell Anemia; abnormally shaped red blood cells means that they cannot carry as much oxygens

Sex Linked

Haemophilia; blood cannot clot properly and results in excessive bleeding

Red-green colourblindness