Genetic Mutations “The changing of the structure of a gene, resulting in a variant form which may be transmitted to subsequent generations, caused by the alteration of single base units in DNA, or the deletion, insertion, or rearrangement of larger sections of genes or chromosomes” (Oxford Dictionary). Genetic mutations effect people all around the world, and even now after humans successfully mapping out our DNA, there is no cure. We find where the mutations occur, but we have not yet figured out how to correct mutations. There are thousands of genetic mutations that effect people, some that we are not even aware of. In this research paper, I would like to cover the different gene mutations, and three specific mutations: down syndrome, cystic …show more content…
These secreted fluids are normally thin and slippery. But in people with cystic fibrosis, a defective gene causes the secretions to become sticky and thick. Instead of acting as a lubricant, the secretions plug up tubes, ducts and passageways, especially in the lungs and pancreas.”
Cystic fibrosis is a condition that requires a lot of attention, but most people carry on with their normal lives. People with this condition generally only live till their late thirty’s, but that is a huge improvement compared to previous decades. Cystic fibrosis is a frameshift mutation.
Parkinson’s disease is a nervous system disorder that effects the body’s ability to move. The disease comes gradually; it can start by having just a slightly shaky hand or foot and escalate to shaking all over. Sometimes there can be stiffness or result in not being able to move very quickly. The beginning stages of Parkinson’s can show very minimal symptoms. The Mayo Clinic Staff states thins as small as little or no facial expressions can happen or arms may not swing while walking, eventually the condition will get worse and could even turn into slurred speech. There is no cure for Parkinson’s there are medications to slow or improve some symptoms but eventually the disease will take over. Parkinson’s is a mutation in the LRRK2 gene, it is usually