Human genome

Human genome

The human genome consists of 23 chromosome and the small mitochondrial DNA. 22 of the 23 chromosomes are autosomal chromosome pairs and the last one being a gender-determining pair. In total, the human genome contains the sequences of the 3 billion chemical base pairs that make up human DNA and approximately 20,000-25,000 genes. By understanding human genome, scientists are able to develop new medical applications that can significantly advance the state of health care.

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gap junctions

Medical; Human genome

1) Connections between cells which allow passage of small molecules and electric current. Gap junctions were first described anatomically as regions of close apposition between cells with a narrow ...

galactose

Medical; Human genome

An aldohexose that occurs naturally in the D-form in lactose, cerebrosides, gangliosides, and mucoproteins. Deficiency of galactosyl-1-phosphate uridyltransferase (galactose-1-phosphate ...

glomerulus

Medical; Human genome

A cluster of convoluted capillaries beginning at each nephric tubule in the kidney and held together by connective tissue.

genetic testing

Medical; Human genome

1) Analyzing DNA to look for a genetic alteration that may indicate an increased risk for developing a specific disease or disorder. 2) Analyzing an individual's genetic material to determine ...

hepatocellular carcinoma

Medical; Human genome

1) A malignant tumor that arises from hepatocytes. Hepatocellular carcinoma is relatively rare in the United States but very common in all African countries south of the Sahara and in Southeast ...