GENC 636 Metabolic Genetics and Newborn Screening

This course focuses on genetic counseling for Inborn Errors of Metabolism, many of which are diseases identified by newborn metabolic screening. The course will also cover newborn hearing screening for hemoglobinopathies. Throughout the semester, students will give case presentations about various biochemical disorders and prepare potential genetic counseling case outlines with regard to the specific disorders. They will be graded on their presentations and outlines as well as on quizzes and tests with regard to course content.