Category Archives: genetics

Baldwin ‘Humanitarian Award’ goes to geneticist

Posted on May 9, 2014 by

Genetic counselor Bonnie R. Braddock will receive the Humanitarian Award  from the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund of CNY Saturday at the annual gala, held at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino. Braddock has been at Upstate since … Continue reading →

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Upstate Answers: Why doesn’t amniocentesis test for genetic conditions other than Downs?

Posted on November 27, 2013 by

There are so many genetic conditions. Why does amniocentesis only test for Downs Syndrome? – Seth Tucker, Syracuse “Amniocentesis is a procedure that provides a diagnosis of fetal defects.  It is usually done in the early second trimester.  In the 1970’s, … Continue reading →

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Stepping forward, raising money and awareness for tuberous sclerosis complex

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

Every fall for the last five years, Bridgett Langstaff has helped organize a walk to raise awareness for tuberous sclerosis complex, a genetic disease that affects her son, Jude. The boy will turn 5 in November. He seemed like a … Continue reading →

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What is tuberous sclerosis complex?

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare disease caused by a genetic mutation and marked by noncancerous tumors that grow throughout the body. For many people with TSC, signs and symptoms are evident at birth. Others may not be diagnosed … Continue reading →

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