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Autosomal dominant

Definition(s)

A gene on one of the non-sex chromosomes that is always expressed, even if only one copy is present.

Definition from: Human Genome Project InformationThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. at the U.S. Department of Energy

Describes a trait or disorder in which the phenotype is expressed in those who have inherited only one copy of a particular gene mutation (heterozygotes); specifically refers to a gene on one of the 22 pairs of autosomes (non-sex chromosomes)

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Definition from: GeneTestsThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. from the University of Washington and Children's Health System, Seattle

Related discussion in the Handbook

See also Understanding Medical Terminology.

 
Published: June 26, 2009