Science Take-Out® Genetic Testing For Huntington's Disease

Should Jenny Get Tested For Huntington's Disease?

• Available As A Single Kit With Materials For 1 Student Or Group
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• No Additional Equipment Needed

Jenny is a young woman with a family history of Huntington’s disease (an inherited disease caused by a defective dominant gene). Use models and pedigrees to understand the chances of inheriting the gene for Huntington's disease. Weigh benefits and risks of genetic testing. Perform a simulated genetic test to determine if Jenny or other family members have inherited the gene for Huntington's disease. This complete experiment setup contains all materials and does not require lab equipment.