Genetic disorders, such as cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy and haemophilia, are caused by mutant variations of normal genes which are unable to perform their proper function.

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In his victory speech, Mr Lloyd said that while he wanted to "thank all the people in Manchester who took part in the election", the low turnout for the ballot had been "an affront to the proper function of our democracy".

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Its 40 percent unemployment is a function of the absence of proper economic and governing infrastructures.

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Svigals and Allen say a multi-function card will make data accessible only to the proper provider, so banks will not be able to see medical records or telephone companies credit references.

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