homodeletion
homodeletion · homodeletions
A type of chromosomal deletion where both copies of a particular DNA sequence are lost…A type of chromosomal deletion where both copies (alleles) of a particular DNA sequence are lost from an individual's genome.
/ˌhoʊmoʊdɪˈliːʃən/
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)A type of chromosomal deletion where both copies (alleles) of a particular DNA sequence are lost from an individual's genome.
The study identified a homodeletion in the CDKN2A gene, which is associated with an increased risk of certain cancers.
Origin
Blend of homozygous + deletion.Blend of homozygous + deletion.
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Forms
plural: homodeletions| Singular | homodeletion |
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable