Genetic And Environmental Epidemiology

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

1-1-2022

Publication Title

Epidemiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse: A Population Health Approach

Abstract

Genetic epidemiology is considered a newer branch of epidemiology that focuses on the etiology, distribution, and control of diseases in groups of genetically related individuals and those with inherited genetic diseases. It attempts to understand the manner in which genetic factors interact with the environment in the context of population diseases and health conditions. The content area of genetic epidemiology consists of the etiology of inherited diseases, the distribution of inherited disorders, and methods to prevent or alter the impact of inherited disorders. Simply stated, genetic epidemiology examines the role of inherited factors in disease etiology. This chapter describes genetic and environmental epidemiology and differentiates the types of genetic testing. It helps the reader to identify common air, water, and soil pollutants. The chapter provides the means to conduct a personal environmental assessment of air, water, and soil pollutants and an exposure assessment.

First Page

227

Last Page

238

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Epidemiology For The Advanced Practice Nurse: A Population Health Approach

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