The Frequency of INherited Disorders database (FINDbase) is a database of frequencies of causative genetic variations worldwide.
FINDbase was founded in 2006 to be a
relational database
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for these frequencies of causative genetic variations of inherited genetic disorders, as well as
pharmacogenetic markers. Out of all the national/ethnic mutation databases (NEMDBs), FINDbase has the most content and since all the entries are collected from various populations worldwide, it is seen as a great resource for population-specific information.
See also
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Genetic variation
Genetic variation is the difference in DNA among individuals or the differences between populations among the same species. The multiple sources of genetic variation include mutation and genetic recombination. Mutations are the ultimate sources ...
References
External links
* http://www.findbase.org
Genetics databases
Population genetics
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