Describe one example of a human disorder that is inherited and also describe the specific inheritance pattern. For this example, pick disorders that result from mutations in DNA or chromosome number rather than examples such as a genetic tendency for a disorder such as cancer.

Since this is not my area of expertise, I searched Google under the key words "genetic disorder" to get these possible sources:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_disorder
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_genetic_disorders
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/disorders/whataregd/
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http://www.ygyh.org/

Take your pick.

In the future, you can find the information you desire more quickly, if you use appropriate key words to do your own search. Also see http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/.

I hope this helps. Thanks for asking.

One example of a human disorder that is inherited is Cystic Fibrosis (CF). CF is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that regulates the movement of salt and water in various organs, including the lungs, pancreas, and sweat glands.

The specific inheritance pattern for CF is autosomal recessive. This means that both copies of the CFTR gene, one inherited from each parent, must have mutations in order for a person to develop the disorder. If only one copy of the gene is mutated, the person is a carrier but does not typically show symptoms of CF. When two carriers have children together, there is a 25% chance with each pregnancy that the child will inherit two mutated copies of the CFTR gene and develop cystic fibrosis.

To diagnose CF, genetic testing is performed to identify mutations in the CFTR gene, and this can be done prenatally or in early infancy. It is important for carriers to be aware of their status, as there is a possibility of passing the mutated gene to their children. Genetic counseling is often recommended for couples who are carriers to understand the risks and options when planning to have children.