Chapter 13: Family-Based Association Tests: The TDT and FBAT

Statistical Genetics · Textbook pages 169–180

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Learning objectives

Explain and apply family-based association methods, including TDT and FBAT.

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  1. Read the section and identify the assumptions behind each method.
  2. Work through the examples, checking the reasoning and any calculations or code.
  3. Attempt the chapter exercises before consulting the worked answers.

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