Basic glossary on genefic epidemiology

摘要

The first glossary, on basic molecular genetic terms, provided the basis to understand the concepts presented here. In this section, we refer to the most basic and commonly used genetic terms that epidemiologists interested in this kind of research need to know. The concepts defined here are the pillars on which genetic epidemiology builds up its methodology. Again, the list is not exhaustive and an attempt has been made to provide you with concise definitions. Hence, we encourage the interested reader to further "explore" the classic bibliography on genetics and genetic epidemiology to complete their knowledge on this topic.