Hidden genetic defects contain real risks for serious diseases

(Radboud University Medical Center) For the first time researchers from Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Radboudumc, Maastricht UMC+ and international colleagues have gained insight into the " hidden genetic defects " of the general European population. This is important because these defects, if inherited from both father and mother, can lead to all kinds of illnesses in their children. Research in the Dutch and Estonian population shows that every person has two to four such hidden genetic defects.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news