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[n] analyzing a group of people to determine genetic susceptibility to a particular disease; "genetic screening of infants for phenylketonuria" |
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| | See Also: | | screening |
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| Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | The process of testing individuals to find out if they carry genes for certain known genetic diseases, such as sickle-cell anemia. |
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| Glossary |
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| | Definition: | | Testing a group of people to identify individuals at high risk of having or passing on a specific genetic disorder. |
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