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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Fibril

Medical; Human genome

A small filament or fiber: as a: one of the fine threads into which a striated muscle fibre can be longitudinally split, b: neurofibril.

Flow cytometry

Medical; Human genome

1) Flow cytometry is a technique for counting, examining and sorting microscopic particles suspended in a stream of fluid. (from Wikipedia) 2) A technique for identifying and sorting cells and ...

Gene-environment interaction

Medical; Human genome

Gene environment interaction is an influence on the expression of a trait that results from the interplay between genes and the environment. Some traits are strongly influenced by genes, while other ...

Gastroesophageal reflux

Medical; Human genome

Backward flow of the gastric contents into the oesophagus resulting from improper functioning of a sphincter at the lower end of the oesophagus and resulting especially in heartburn.

Gene amplification

Medical; Human genome

1) A selective increase in the number of copies of a gene coding for a specific protein without a proportional increase in other genes. It occurs naturally via the excision of a copy of the ...

Fundus

Medical; Human genome

The larger part of a hollow organ that is farthest away from the organ's opening. The bladder, gallbladder, stomach, uterus, eye, and cavity of the middle ear all have a fundus.

Glutathione

Medical; Human genome

1) A tripeptide with many roles in cells. It conjugates to drugs to make them more soluble for excretion, is a cofactor for some enzymes, is involved in protein disulfide bond rearrangement and ...