Welcome to the Medical Genetics Lab

Welcome to the Medical Genetics Simulation!

In this simulation, you will learn about cancer genetics, in particular, hereditary breast cancer. You will learn how to perform linkage analysis, PCR, gel electrophoresis, protein truncation test, and DNA sequencing. You will also learn about cancer development and the role of BRCA genes in breast cancer. Remember that you can access the theory section at any moment in your LabPad while playing the simulation. Following is a list of all the relevant theory pages to boost your learning:


  • Introductory (hospital scene)
  • Module 1: Linkage analysis
  • Module 2: Protein truncation test
  • Module 3: DNA sequencing and mutations
  • Module 4: Cancer genetics
  • End of the case

DNA

Theory overview