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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Connexin

Medical; Human genome

A group of homologous proteins which form the intermembrane channels of gap junctions. The connexins are the products of an identified gene family which has both highly conserved and highly ...

Cirrhosis

Medical; Human genome

Widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (as long-term ...

Colitis

Medical; Human genome

1) Inflammation of the colon section of the large intestine, usually with symptoms such as diarrhoea (often with blood and mucus), abdominal pain, and fever. 2) Inflammation of the colon.

Ceramides

Medical; Human genome

A type of fat produced in the body. It may cause some types of cells to die and is being studied in cancer treatment.

Consanguinity

Medical; Human genome

Genetic relatedness between individuals descended from at least one common ancestor.

Clear cell renal carcinoma

Medical; Human genome

The most common type of renal cell carcinoma, characterised by a loss of genetic material of the short arm of chromosome 3. The most common symptom at the time of diagnosis is hematuria. The tumour ...

Centriole

Medical; Human genome

1) Self-replicating, short, fibrous, rod-shaped organelles. Each centriole is a short cylinder containing nine pairs of peripheral microtubules, arranged so as to form the wall of the cylinder. 2) ...