Phrases with «disease alleles»

The phrase "disease alleles" refers to specific versions of genes that can increase the risk of developing a particular disease or disorder. These alleles may carry genetic variations that make an individual more vulnerable to certain health conditions. Full definition

Sentences with «disease alleles»

  • The identification of a single disease allele in 3 related myeloid diseases suggests that the JAK2V617F mutation may be important in the pathogenesis of additional hematopoietic malignancies. (bloodjournal.org)
  • Performing genetic studies in multiple human populations can identify disease risk alleles that are common in one population but rare in others, with the potential to illuminate pathophysiology, health disparities, and the population genetic origins of disease alleles. (broadinstitute.org)
  • Some disorders appear linked to common ancestors providing insight into disease allele origin whereas others may be due to selection for common structural morphology. (cgejournal.biomedcentral.com)
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