The phrase
"short allele" refers to a specific version of a gene that is shorter or smaller in size compared to other versions of the same gene. It is a term scientists use to describe a variation of a gene that has a shorter sequence or DNA code.
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Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«short»
«allele»
Sentences with «short allele»
- Siberian Huskies from Europe with two short alleles of the TH polymorphism received higher ratings of inattention on the Dog - ADHD RS than those with the long allele. (dogbehavioranswers.com)
- Other groups have found heightened sensitivity to positive social influences amongst short allele carriers as well, which has even been documented using neurochemical measures (Manuck et al., 2004). (academic.oup.com)
- A robust relationship was found such that the 5 - HTTLPR short allele, which we have referred to here as a social sensitivity allele, was much more prevalent in collectivistic populations than individualistic populations. (academic.oup.com)
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