| Name of disease | Genetic Cause | Inheritance Pattern | Symptoms | Treatment |
| Thalassemia | Mutations in HBB or other genes | Autosomal Recessive | · Anemia · Fatigue · Potential organ damage. | · Blood transfusions · Iron chelation · Bone marrow transplant |
| Cystic Fibrosis | Mutations in CFTR gene | Autosomal Recessive | · Lung and digestive system problems · Increased mucus production. | · Medications, · Airway clearance techniques · Lung transplant |
| Color Blindness | Various gene mutations | X-Linked Recessive | · Difficulty distinguishing between certain colors, often red and green. | · Color-correcting aids |
| Huntington’s Disease | Mutations in HTT gene | Autosomal Dominant | · Progressive motor and cognitive deterioration. | · Symptomatic treatment · Counseling · Support |
| Sickle Cell Anemia | Mutations in HBB gene | Autosomal Recessive | · Abnormal red blood cells · Anemia · Organ damage | · Blood transfusions · Pain management |
| Hemophilia | Mutations in F8 or F9 genes | X-Linked Recessive | · Impaired blood clotting | · Replacement clotting factor therapy |
| Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy | Mutations in DMD gene | X-Linked Recessive | · Progressive muscle weakness · Loss of mobility | · Physical therapy · Steroids · Supportive care |
| Tay-Sachs Disease | Mutations in HEXA gene | Autosomal Recessive | · Neurodegeneration developmental delays | · Supportive care and symptom management. |
| Marfan Syndrome | Mutations in FBN1 gene | Autosomal Dominant | · Tall stature · Heart and eye problems | · Medications (beta-blockers) · Surgery (aortic repair) |
| Down Syndrome | Extra copy of chromosome 21 | Trisomy 21 | · Intellectual disability · Distinctive physical features | · Early intervention therapy |
| Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) | Mutations in PKD1 or PKD2 genes | Autosomal Dominant | · Kidney cysts · Potential kidney failure | · Symptomatic treatment · Dialysis · Kidney transplant |
Which of the following is not a hereditary disease?
QUESTION: Which of the following is not a hereditary disease?
A Thalassemia
B Color-Blindness
C Haemophilia
D Leukemia
ANSWER: Leukemia