Mendelian disorders

Mendelian disorders are genetic conditions caused by mutations in a single gene, following patterns described by Gregor Mendel's laws of inheritance. These disorders can be inherited in a dominant or recessive manner. In dominant disorders, only one copy of the mutated gene from a parent can cause the condition, such as Huntington's disease. In recessive disorders, two copies of the mutated gene, one from each parent, are needed for the individual to be affected, as seen in cystic fibrosis. Understanding these disorders helps in diagnosing, managing, and potentially treating various genetic conditions.