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A gene or other identifiable portion of DNA whose inheritance can be followed.
See also: chromosome, DNA, gene, inherit.
Industry:Biology
Analyzing an individual's genetic material to determine predisposition to a particular health condition or to confirm a diagnosis of genetic disease..
Industry:Biology
Enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of nucleic acids on preexisting nucleic acid templates, assembling RNA from ribonucleotides or DNA from deoxyribonucleotides..
Industry:Biology
The use of statistical analysis, computer analysis, or model organisms to predict outcomes of research..
Industry:Biology
During meiosis each of the two copies of a gene is distributed to the germ cells independently of the distribution of other genes.
See also: linkage.
Industry:Biology
When a pair of chromosomes exchange exactly the same length and area of DNA. Results in a shuffling of genes..
Industry:Biology
Any harmful trait, physical or biochemical, present at birth, whether a result of a genetic mutation or some other nongenetic factor.
See also: congenital, gene, mutation, syndrome.
Industry:Biology
An individual willingly agrees to participate in an activity after first being advised of the risks and benefits.
See also: privacy.
Industry:Biology
