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Sex-linked

Biology; Genome

Traits or diseases associated with the X or Y chromosome; generally seen in males. See also: gene, mutation, sex chromosome.

Microarray

Biology; Genome

Sets of miniaturised chemical reaction areas that may also be used to test DNA fragments, antibodies, or proteins..

Transformation

Biology; Genome

A process by which the genetic material carried by an individual cell is altered by incorporation of exogenous DNA into its genome..

Domain

Biology; Genome

A discrete portion of a protein with its own function. The combination of domains in a single protein determines its overall function..

Transcription factor

Biology; Genome

A protein that binds to regulatory regions and helps control gene expression..

Northern blot

Biology; Genome

A gel-based laboratory procedure that locates mRNA sequences on a gel that are complementary to a piece of DNA used as a probe. See also: DNA, library.

Directed mutagenesis

Biology; Genome

Alteration of DNA at a specific site and its reinsertion into an organism to study any effects of the change..

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