linkage studies

How are Linkage Studies Conducted?

The process usually involves several steps:
Family Recruitment: Families with multiple affected individuals are identified and recruited for the study.
Phenotyping: Detailed information on the health status and traits of family members is collected.
Genotyping: Genetic markers are analyzed to identify patterns of inheritance.
Data Analysis: Statistical methods are used to determine whether specific markers are linked to the disease trait.

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