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Exome sequencing

Biology; Genetics

A sequencing strategy that provides the DNA sequence corresponding to all exons (~1 percent of the genome), excluding introns and non-coding genomic sequence. Though the complete exome includes ...

A segment of DNA that is transcribed and present in mature messenger RNA (mRNA). Many exons encode a portion of a protein, but non-coding exons also exist. This is in contrast to an intron, the DNA ...

Expressivity

Biology; Genetics

A parameter used in genetic models that quantifies the degree to which an inherited characteristic is expressed in an organism.

Fusion gene

Biology; Genetics

A functional gene product that results from the fusion of DNA segments from two physically distinct genes. The fusion occurs as a consequence of chromosomal rearrangements such as translocations, ...

Gene

Biology; Genetics

A part of the DNA molecule of a chromosome which encodes (directs the synthesis of) a protein.

Genetic heterogeneity

Biology; Genetics

Refers to diseases, conditions or other characteristics that appear similar but whose genetic basis is different in different populations or individuals.