What Are Some Steps That Might Be Required When Preparing

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Essay

What are some steps that might be required when preparing for fieldwork?

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Definitions:

Hereditary Breast Cancer

Breast cancer that is associated with inherited gene mutations, significantly increasing the risk of developing breast cancer in family members.

Tumor-Suppressor Genes

Genes that help regulate cell growth and division and can protect cells from becoming cancerous. When mutated or inactivated, they may contribute to cancer development.

Genealogical Lineage

Refers to the direct descent from an ancestor to its progeny, tracing the heritage and ancestry through generations.

Gene Tree

A graphical representation showing the inferred evolutionary relationships among various genes from different species based on their DNA sequence.