Download or read book A Practical Guide to Human Cancer Genetics written by S. V. Hodgson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2006 third edition of this very successful book provides a comprehensive and practical guide to the diagnosis and management of inherited disorders conferring susceptibility to cancer. Issues discussed include risk assessment, genetic counselling, predictive testing and organisation of a cancer genetics service. A full reference list gives access to background literature. With molecular information, screening guidelines and management advice, this new edition will provide geneticists and clinicians in all disciplines with an invaluable resource for screening, managing and advising patients.