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There are 4 types of genetic diseases

Single Gene - Disorders caused by abnormality or mutation in the sequence of one gene.

Multifactorial - Caused by a combination of environmental factors as well as mutations in multiple genes.

Chromosomal - Abnormalities in chromosome structure such has missing or extra copies

Mitochondrial - Caused by a mutation in non-chromosomal DNA of mitochondria