The long awaited second edition of a bestselling book! Using beautiful, clear graphics, this Thieme Flexibook explores the fundamentals of genetics, including the molecular, cellular, and chromosomal basis of genetics and gene expression. The structure, function, and evolution of genes and gene systems are also described. A major section covers the important functional areas of particular relevance in the medical field (embryonic development, cellular signal transmission, immune system, oxygen-transmitting gene systems, growth factors, carcinogenic genes, and numerous other functions).Praise for the first edition:"This is not just another book about genetics but is an excellent addition to the available texts. - Journal of Medical Genetics"