Phrases with «recessive trait»

A recessive trait refers to a genetic characteristic that is hidden or masked in the presence of a dominant trait. It only shows up if an individual inherits two copies of the recessive gene, one from each parent, and lacks the dominant form of the gene. Full definition

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Sentences with «recessive trait»

Fucosidosis is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait in show and field English Springer Spaniels. (essfta.org)
We report genetic studies establishing that the primary cea phenotype, choroidal hypoplasia, segregates as an autosomal recessive trait with nearly 100 % penetrance. (optigen.com)
This form of microphthalmia is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait in some breeds. (bouvierhealthfoundation.org)
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Phrases with «recessive trait»

Sentences with «recessive trait»

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