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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Aorta

Medical; Human genome

1) The large arterial trunk that carries blood from the heart to be distributed by branch arteries through the body. 2) The largest artery in the body. It carries oxygen-rich blood away from the ...

Acidity

Medical; Human genome

The hydrogen ion concentration or pH. 1 : The quality, state, or degree of being sour or chemically acid . 2 : The quality or state of being excessively or abnormally acid.

Altruism

Medical; Human genome

Consideration for well being of others as opposed to self-love or egoism. Used for human or animal populations.

Angiogenesis

Medical; Human genome

Blood vessel formation when new vessels emerge from the proliferation of pre-existing blood vessels.

Allelic heterogeneity

Medical; Human genome

A single disorder, trait, or pattern of traits caused by different mutations within a gene.

Achilles tendon

Medical; Human genome

The strong tendon joining the muscles in the calf of the leg to the bone of the heel -- called also tendon of Achilles. Achilles, Greek mythological character. One of the most illustrious of ...

Amino acid

Medical; Human genome

1) Any of a class of 20 molecules that are combined to form proteins in living things. The sequence of amino acids in a protein and hence protein function are determined by the genetic code. 2) ...