GENC 638 Reproductive Genetics
This course will provide students with a modern understanding of embryology, teratology, and prenatal genetics. The first part of the course will serve as an introduction to prenatal care and genetic counseling. Unit one will cover the genetic contribution of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss and assisted reproductive technologies. The second unit will review normal and abnormal fetal development in combination with teratology. The third unit will cover prenatal screening/diagnosis, the benefits and limitations of prenatal ultrasound, and loss of pregnancy (miscarriage and termination).