<p>@kbbm24, MiamiDAP and Jesse715,</p>
<h2>Thank you for your inputs. I really appreciate it. Some of the ideas between the discussion of MiamiDAP and kbbm24 really helped me out and clarified how the process works. Now, I am better informed about the significance and role of shadowing and volunteering in hospitals.</h2>
<p>Addition: </p>
<p>I am presently involved in a research project at a Sickle Cell Anemia Center. This is how it goes: </p>
<p>1500 tribal people of varied races are screened for Sickle Cell Anemia. The blood is collected and then I would examine whether the blood has sickle cell disease, sickle cell trait or no disease at all. I would use gel electrophoresis and a PCR machine to carry out that investigation. After all this primary data is collected, the heterozygotes and homozygotes are determined. Investigation and conclusions would include racial relations in the transfer of this disease and genetic family trees.</p>
<p>Would this add any weight to the application? I am really interested in this field and plan to opt for Medical Genetics as my major (if offered).</p>
<p>P.S. In India, it is REALLY hard to find such facilities. So, I have done my best to find research opportunities.</p>