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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Artificial insemination

Medical; Human genome

Introduction of semen into part of the female reproductive tract (as the cervical opening, uterus, or fallopian tube) by other than natural means.

Anaphase

Medical; Human genome

1) The phase of cell nucleus division following metaphase, in which the chromatids separate and migrate to opposite poles of the spindle. 2) The third phase of mitosis, in which the chromatids ...

Arachnodactyly

Medical; Human genome

A hereditary condition characterised especially by excessive length of the fingers and toes.

Amelogenesis

Medical; Human genome

The process of forming tooth enamel.

Antisense strand

Medical; Human genome

1) Antisense is the non-coding DNA strand of a gene. A cell uses antisense DNA strand as a template for producing messenger RNA (mRNA) that directs the synthesis of a protein. Antisense can also ...

Adrenal cortex

Medical; Human genome

The outer layer of the adrenal gland. It is derived from mesoderm and comprised of three zones (outer zona glomerulosa, middle zona fasciculata, and inner zona reticularis) with each producing ...

Albinism

Medical; Human genome

1) General term for a number of inherited defects of amino acid metabolism in which there is a deficiency or absence of pigment in the eyes, skin, or hair. 2) A genetic condition marked by little ...