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Genotype

Definition(s)

The genetic constitution of an organism or cell; also refers to the specific set of alleles inherited at a locus

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

The genetic identity of an individual that does not show as outward characteristics.

Definition from: National Human Genome Research InstituteThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. at the National Institutes of Health

Related discussion in the Handbook

 
Published: August 22, 2008