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Polymorphism
A variation in the DNA that is too common to be due merely to new mutation. A polymorphism must have a frequency of at least 1% in the population. Examples of polymorphisms include the genes for sickle cell disease, thalassemia and G6PD…
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Show more- Gout Gout: Condition characterized by abnormally elevated levels of uric acid in the blood, recurring attacks of…
- Preconceptual counselling The interchange of information prior to pregnancy. Usually for pregnancy planning and care, but sometimes in…
- Syndrome, Zellweger A genetic disorder, also called the cerebrohepatorenal syndrome, characterized by the reduction or absence of…
- Arthritis, spondylitis A form of arthritis causing chronic inflammation of the spine
- Gametogenesis The development and production of the male and female germ cells required to form a new individual. The male…
- Cochlea The cochlea is the part of the inner ear that converts mechanical energy (vibrations) into nerve impulses…
- PON The symbol for the enzyme called paraoxonase
- ALOX5AP Arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase-activating protein. See: FLAP
- Beau's lines Transverse lines or grooves across the fingernails; transverse depressions in the nail plate. Beau's lines…
- Hemochromatosis Hemochromatosis (iron overload) is an inherited disorder in how the body absorbs and stores iron. The excess…
- Allergic rhinitis, perennial Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) that occurs throughout the year
- Wharton's jelly A gelatinous substance within the umbilical cord. Wharton's jelly is a rich source of stem cells. Named for…