Phrases with «allelic variation»

"Allelic variation" refers to the different versions of a gene that exist within a population or among individuals. Genes come in multiple forms called alleles, and allelic variation occurs due to small differences or changes in the DNA sequence of these alleles. This variation can lead to differences in traits or characteristics among individuals, such as eye color or susceptibility to certain diseases. Full definition

Sentences with «allelic variation»

  • CONCLUSIONS: These results suggest that the behavioral expression of allelic variation in MAOA activity is sensitive to social experiences early in development and that its functional outcome might depend on social context. (scicrunch.org)
  • We examined the influence of a common allelic variation in the dopamine receptor D4 (DRD4) gene and caregiver quality on temperament in early childhood. (cambridge.org)
  • Consistent with a causal relationship, (16) reports that the prevalence of limited physical functioning in aging varies depending on p16Ink4a allelic variation, consistent with variations in rate of stem cell attrition with senescence. (sens.org)
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