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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autophagy

Medical; Human genome

1) The process by which cells digest parts of their own cytoplasm; allows for both recycling of macromolecular constituents under conditions of nutrient limitation and remodeling the intracellular ...

biological therapy

Medical; Human genome

1) Treatment of disease by the administration of substances which produce a biological reaction in the organism. It includes the use of sera, antitoxins, vaccines, cells, tissues, and organs. (From ...

cell membrane

Medical; Human genome

1) The membrane surrounding a cell that separates the cell from its external environment. It consists of a phospholipid bilayer and associated proteins. 2) The cell membrane, also called the ...

bacterial artificial chromosomes

Medical; Human genome

DNA constructs that are composed of, at least, a replication origin, for successful replication, propagation to and maintenance as an extra chromosome in bacteria. In addition, they can carry large ...

cation

Medical; Human genome

1) Positively charged atoms, radicals or groups of atoms which travel to the cathode or negative pole during electrolysis. 2) The ion in an electrolyzed solution that migrates to the cathode; ...

audiology

Medical; Human genome

1) The study of hearing and hearing impairment. 2) A branch of science dealing with hearing; specifically: therapy of individuals having impaired hearing.

cachexia

Medical; Human genome

1) State of general ill health characterized by malnutrition, weakness, and emaciation; occurs during the course of a chronic disease. 2) General ill health, malnutrition, and weight loss, usually ...