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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Corepressor

Medical; Human genome

A small molecule that activates a particular genetic repressor by combining with it.

Epididymis

Medical; Human genome

1) The convoluted cordlike structure attached to the posterior of the testis. Epididymis consists of the head (caput), the body (corpus), and the tail (cauda). A network of ducts leaving the testis ...

Epidermis

Medical; Human genome

1) The external, nonvascular layer of the skin. It is made up, from within outward, of five layers of epithelium: (a) basal layer (stratum basale epidermidis); (b) spinous layer (stratum spinosum ...

Extracellular matrix

Medical; Human genome

A meshwork-like substance found within the extracellular space and in association with the basement membrane of the cell surface. It promotes cellular proliferation and provides a supporting ...

Dwarfism

Medical; Human genome

1) A genetic or pathological condition that is characterised by short stature and undersize. Abnormal skeletal growth usually results in an adult who is significantly below the average height. 2) ...

Familial

Medical; Human genome

1) Describes a trait that is observed with higher frequency within the same family, whether the aetiology is genetic or environmental, or a combination of the two. 2) Tending to occur in more ...