The basic biological unit of heredity. A segment of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) needed to contribute to a function. An official definition: According to the official Guidelines for Human Gene Nomenclature, a gene is defined as "a DNA segment that contributes to phenotype/function. In the absence of demonstrated function a gene may be character [..]

Any gene thought likely to cause a disease. The gene may be a candidate because it is located in a particular chromosome region suspected of being involved in the disease or its protein product may suggest that it could be the disease gene in question.

A gene that has remained essentially unchanged throughout evolution. Conservation of a gene indicates that it is unique and essential. Changes in the gene are likely to be lethal.

See: Housekeeping gene.

A detectable genetic trait or segment of DNA that can be identified and tracked. A marker gene can serve as a flag for another gene, sometimes called the target gene. A marker gene must be on the same chromosome as the target gene and near enough to it so that the two genes (the marker gene and the target gene) are genetically linked and are usuall [..]

A gene that codes for one of the key enzymes involved in repairing DNA. The DNA in genes is constantly mutating and being repaired. This repair process is controlled by special genes. A mutation in a DNA repair gene such as Med1 can cripple the repair process and cause a cascade of unrepaired mutations in the genome that lead to cancer.

A gene that regulates the expression of other genes. A regulatory gene is a nosy gene whose prime preoccupation is to horn in on other genes and control the rate at which they make products.

A gene whose expression in a cell is lethal for that cell. Suicide genes form the basis of a strategy for making cancer cells more vulnerable, more sensitive to chemotherapy. The approach has been to attach parts of genes expressed in cancer cells to other genes for enzymes not found in mammals that can convert a harmless substance into one that is [..]

A gene that allows drugs to enter cells or, in some cases, acts to keep them out. Transporter genes may account for discrepancies in the way drugs such as antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and chemotherapy agents work in different people. Also known as a drug-transporter gene.

A gene on the Y chromosome. (Y-linkage is analogous to X-linkage (the presence of a gene on the X chromosome) in that it says a gene is on one of the sex chromosomes.) It has often been said that little is known about genes that may be Y-linked. This is no longer true. As of the year 2012, about three dozen genes were known to be Y-linked including [..]

A gene that is fatal for the zygote, the cell formed by the union of a sperm and an egg. The zygote would normally develop into an embryo, as instructed by the genetic material within the unified cell. However, a zygotic lethal gene kills prenatal development at its earliest point. A zygotic lethal gene is a mutated version of a normal gene that is [..]

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

[Gk. genos, birth, race; L. genus, birth, race, origin] A discrete unit of hereditary information consisting of a specific nucleotide sequence in DNA (or RNA, in some viruses).

Length of DNA that encodes a functional product, which may be a polypeptide or a ribonucleic acid. Note: A gene is the fundamental unit of heredity After [9]

Segment of DNA in the chromosome that codes for a trait and determines how a trait will develop.

A unit of inheritance; something that is passed down (as in a trait)

Basic unit of genetic material; in humans, a segment of DNA on a chromosome that usually codes for the production of a specific protein

1911, from German Gen, coined 1905 by Danish scientist Wilhelm Ludvig Johannsen (1857-1927), from Greek genea "generation, race," from PIE root *gene- (see genus). De Vries had earlier calle [..]

/ˈʤiːn/ noun plural genes gene /ˈʤiːn/ noun plural genes Learner's definition of GENE [count] biology : a part of a cell that controls or influences the appearance, growth, etc., of a living [..]

part of DNA that is the basic unit of heredity.

The gene is the basic physical unit of inheritance. Genes are passed from parents to offspring and contain the information needed to specify traits. Genes are arranged, one after another, on structures called chromosomes. A chromosome contains a single, long DNA molecule, only a portion of which corresponds to a single gene. Humans have approximate [..]

A portion of DNA that contains instructions for making a protein. 6 Animation; 10 Animation; 11 Animation, 12 Animation, 16 Animation

Part of the nucleus of a cell that determines how our bodies function. Genes are passed from parents to children.

The definition of a gene changes as more properties are revealed. Two classes are generally recognized: (1) genes that are transcribed into mRNAs, which enter ribosomes and are translated into polypeptide chains, and (2) genes whose transcripts are used directly (tRNAs, rRNAs, snRNAs, etc.). Class I genes are also known as structural genes, and hav [..]

Part or a chromosome that influences the development of plant; genes are inherited through sexual propagation. Genetic make up the sit of genes inherited from parent plants. Also, my neighbor.

A unit of inheritance, located on chromosomes, composed of DNA.

A unit of DNA sequence that carries genetic information

Part or a chromosome that influences the development of plant; genes are inherited through sexual propagation. Genetic make up the sit of genes inherited from parent plants. HALIDE

I wish someone would give me a concise, up-to-the-minute definition of "Gene". We have come a very long way from Gregor Mendel's day! Suffice it to say for now that a gene is a [..]

A unit of genetic inheritance. generative growth reproductive phase of a plant in which it produces flowers and fruit.

(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a un [..]

A Gene is a region of DNA which codes for a protein or part of a protein.

A region of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) coding either for the messenger RNA encoding the amino acid sequence in a polypeptide chain or for a functional RNA molecule. © 2004 by Sinauer Associat [..]

part of a chromosome that influences the development and potency of a plant; Genes are inherited through sexual propagation.

A unit of heredity; a segment of DNA nucleus of the cell that contains gene activators

The basic unit of genetic material

  A unit of inheritance.  A section of DNA.  comprising a sequence of four bases: adenine, guanine, cytosine and thymine.

(Gk: genea=race) a unit of the material of inheritance, the basic unit of heredity. Numbers of genes occur on each chromosome in the cell nucleus. Each gene controls one or more traits in an organism, [..]

the DNA code in the cells of all living things; they determine physical characteristics such as fur color Grade:

A sequence of nucleotides coding for a protein (or, in some cases, part of a protein); a unit of heredity. gene expression: The degree to which a gene is active in a certain tissue of the body, measur [..]

A gene is an hereditary unit of an organism that cannot be partitioned any further into smaller units; it is made of DNA. Functionally, a gene consists of regulatory and coding sequences. The regulatory sequences allow a cell to control when and how a gene is expressed its gene product (= RNA or protein) encoded by the coding sequence is synthesize [..]

A unit of DNA which performs one function. Usually, this is equated with the production of one RNA or one protein. A gene contains coding regions, introns, untranslated regions and control regions.

 – A section of DNA which encodes for a single protein.

A length of DNA that encodes the information for constructing a particular protein.

A segment of the genome that codes for a functional product.

the physical unit of inheritance, made up of a particular sequence of nucleotides on a particular site on a particular chromosome.

A stretch of DNA (or, in some viruses, RNA) sequence that codes for a protein or RNA molecule, together with associated regulatory elements.

Sorry, but you won’t pin me down on this one. “A gene is anything a competent biologist has chosen to call a gene” (philosopher of science Phillip Kitcher, 1992). “Our knowledge of the structure and f [..]

  If you don’t know this, you shouldn’t be reading this glossary.  A functional unit encoding protein or RNA whose inheritance can be assayed in genetic crosses, mapping, or inference through sequence [..]

A locatable region of genomic sequence, corresponding to a unit of inheritance, which is associated with regulatory regions, transcribed regions, and or other functional sequence regions.

A unit of heredity composed of DNA. In classical genetics a gene is visualised as a discrete particle forming part of a chromosome that determines a particular characteristic. In molecular biology, a gene usually refers to a section of DNA that codes for a single protein.

The smallest sequence within the genome that carries some function, e.g. the code to make a protein. It is the molecular unit of heredity. The genome as a whole holds the information to build and maintain an organism's cells and pass genetic traits to offspring.

The basic unit of heredity defined by specific segment of DNA. Genes specify the instructions needed to produce an observable trait.

A sequence of nucleotides coding for a protein (or, in some cases, part of a protein); a unit of heredity.

DNA sequence that encodes a protein and represents the basic unit of inheritance.

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

The fundamental unit of inheritance. Genes are lengths of DNA, and most contain information for making proteins.

Genes are the basic biological units of heredity. They are composed of DNA.

the particular nucleotide sequence of a chromosome segment which influences development of a specific characteristic.

The fundamental physical and functional unit of heredity. A gene is typically a specific segment of a chromosome and encodes a specific functional product (such as a protein or RNA molecule).

The basic unit of heredity, located on a chromosome. It is made up of DNA that acts as a blueprint to make a particular protein. The Human Genome Project estimates that humans have over 30,000 genes i [..]

specific part of a chromosome or sequence of DNA that determines a particular feature or characteristic in an organism.  genetic material -

The functional unit of heredity, found on a chromosome. The “blueprint” in DNA that encodes information leading to cellular structure and function.

A part of a cell’s DNA that controls and influences our appearance and behaviour. It is also described as a ‘unit of heredity’.

the functional and physical unit of heredity made up of DNA, which has a specific function and is passed from parent to offspring

segment of DNA specifying a unit of genetic information; an ordered sequence of nucleotide base pairs that with which one or several proteins can be produced by the cell. Other DNA sequences only code [..]

a length of DNA which codes for a particular protein, or in certain cases a functional or structural RNA molecule.

(n) (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered [..]

The gene is the basic physical unit of inheritance. Genes are passed from parents to offspring and contain the information needed to specify traits. Genes are arranged, one after another, on structure [..]

A unit of heredity located on a chromosome.

A segment of DNA that contains information on hereditary characteristics such as hair color, eye color, and height as well as susceptibility to certain diseases. Women who have BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mut [..]

Structures on chromosomes that are passed from parent to child. The basic unit of material that passes traits from parent to child.

A specific subunit of DNA that codes for a specific protein.

A biological unit which passes on inherited information from parent to child, like facial characteristics.

The part of DNA that is responsible for determining a person's characteristics and that carries information from old cells to new cells.

A functional hereditary unit that occupies a fixed location on a chromosome and has a specific influence on heredity factors.

Definition: (jeen) Adj: genetic (juh-NET-ick) The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring through mitosis. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the informat [..]

A gene is the master instruction that describes to a cell how to make a particular molecule. Since our entire body is made up of molecules of one kind or another, genes can have very profound effects [..]

Physical and functional unit of heredity, which carries information from one generation to the next. In molecular terms, it is the entire DNA sequence — including exons, introns, and noncoding transcr [..]

A unit of heredity that, in part, directs the physical development and behaviour of an organism

This is the part of the DNA molecule in chromosomes which carries the information defining the sequence of amino-acids in a specific polypeptide chain.

is a section of a chromosome containing enough DNA to control the formation of a protein; a gene controls the transmission of a hereditary character.

The basic biological unit of heredity; a segment of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) needed to contribute to a function.

a region of DNA that controls a specific hereditary characteristic, usually corresponding to a single protein.

Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (abl) originally isolated from the Abelson murine leukemia virus (Ab-MuLV). The Proto-Oncogene abl (c-abl) codes for a protein that is a member of the Tyrosine Kina [..]

Tumor Suppressor Genes located in the 5q21 region on the long arm of Human Chromosome 5. The Mutation of these Genes is associated with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (Adenomatous Polyposis Coli) and [..]

Regulatory Genes which encode a Cyclic AMP Receptor Protein required for L-arabinose utilization in E. coli. It is an example of positive control or Regulation of Gene Expression in the bacterial Oper [..]

The functional genetic units of Archaea.

The functional hereditary units of Bacteria.

The B-Cell Leukemia/Lymphoma-2 Genes, responsible for blocking Apoptosis in normal Cells, and associated with Follicular Lymphoma when overexpressed. Overexpression results from the t(14;18) transloca [..]

A Tumor Suppressor Gene (Genes, Tumor Suppressor) located on Human Chromosome 17 at locus 17q21. Mutations of this Gene are associated with the formation of familial Breast and ovarian cancer. It enco [..]

A Tumor Suppressor Gene (Genes, Tumor Suppressor) located on Human Chromosome 13 at locus 13q12.3. Mutations in this Gene predispose Humans to Breast and ovarian cancer. It encodes a large, nuclear pr [..]

Those nucleic acid sequences that function as units of Heredity which are located within the Chloroplast DNA.

Genetic Loci in the Vertebrate Major Histocompatibility Complex which encode polymorphic characteristics not related to immune responsiveness or Complement activity, e.g., B loci (Chicken), DLA (dog), [..]

Genetic Loci in the Vertebrate Major Histocompatibility Complex that encode polymorphic products which control the immune response to specific Antigens. The Genes are found in the HLA-D region in Huma [..]

Tumor Suppressor Genes located in the 18q21-qter region of Human Chromosome 18. The absence of these Genes is associated with the formation of colorectal cancer (DCC stands for deleted in colorectal c [..]

Genes that determine the fate of a Cell or Cells in a region of the Embryo during Embryonic Development.

Genes that influence the Phenotype both in the homozygous and the heterozygous state.

Two identical Genes showing the same phenotypic action but localized in different regions of a Chromosome or on different Chromosomes. (From Rieger et al., Glossary of Genetics: Classical and Molecula [..]

DNA sequences that form the coding region for the viral envelope (env) Proteins in Retroviruses. The env Genes contain a cis-acting RNA target sequence for the rev Protein (= Gene Products, rev), term [..]

The Proto-Oncogene c-erbB-1 codes for the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor. Its name originates from the viral homolog v-erbB which was isolated from an Avian Erythroblastosis Virus (AEV) where it was [..]

Those Genes found in an organism which are necessary for its viability and normal function.

Family of Genes originally isolated from the Susan McDonough strain of feline Sarcoma Virus (Sarcoma Viruses, Feline). The Proto-Oncogene fms (c-fms) codes for the MCSF receptor (Receptor, Macrophage [..]

The functional hereditary units of Fungi.

Fungal Genes that mostly encode Transcription Factors. In some Fungi they also encode Pheromones and Pheromone Receptors. The Transcription Factors control expression of specific Proteins that give a [..]

DNA sequences that form the coding region for Proteins associated with the viral core in Retroviruses. gag is short for group-specific Antigen.

The functional hereditary units of Helminths.

The erbB-2 Gene is a Proto-Oncogene that codes for the erbB-2 Receptor (Receptor, erbB-2), a protein with structural features similar to the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor. Its name originates from [..]

Constitutively and evenly expressed Genes involved in routine cellular metabolisms.

Genes that encode highly conserved Transcription Factors that control positional identity of Cells (Body Patterning) and Morphogenesis throughout development. Their sequences contain a 180 Nucleotide [..]

Genes that show rapid and transient expression in the absence of de novo protein synthesis. The term was originally used exclusively for Viral Genes where immediate-early referred to transcription imm [..]

Genes encoding the different subunits of the Immunoglobulins, for example the Immunoglobulin Light Chain Genes and the Immunoglobulin Heavy Chain Genes. The heavy and Light Immunoglobulin Genes are pr [..]

The functional hereditary units of Insects.

Genes of IAP Elements (a Family of Retrovirus-like genetic Elements) which code for Virus-like particles (IAPs) found regularly in Rodent early Embryos. ("Intracisternal" refers to the ciste [..]

Genes whose loss of function or gain of function Mutation leads to the Death of the carrier prior to maturity. They may be Essential Genes (Genes, Essential) required for viability, or Genes which cau [..]

Tumor Suppressor Genes located in the 5q21 region on the long arm of Human Chromosome 5. The Mutation of these Genes is associated with the formation of colorectal cancer (MCC stands for mutated in co [..]

Genes that are located on the Mitochondrial DNA. Mitochondrial inheritance is often referred to as maternal inheritance but should be differentiated from maternal inheritance that is transmitted chrom [..]

Genes with Alleles that Affect the Phenotype associated with a nonallelic Gene.

Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (mos) originally isolated from the Moloney murine sarcoma virus (Mo-MSV). The Proto-Oncogene mos (c-mos) codes for a protein which is a member of the Serine Kinase [..]

Genes located at on the short arm of Chromosome 11, at band p15 whose absence is associated with the formation of Wilms Tumor. This Wilms Tumor locus is also associated with Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrom [..]

Genes for Membrane Transport Proteins that confer resistance to toxic compounds. Several superfamilies of these multidrug export Proteins are known and found in both prokaryotes and Eukaryotes.

Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (v-myb) originally isolated from the avian myeloblastosis and E26 Leukemia Viruses. The Proto-Oncogene c-myb codes for a nuclear protein involved in transcriptional [..]

Family of Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (myc) originally isolated from an avian myelocytomatosis Virus. The Proto-Oncogene myc (c-myc) codes for a nuclear protein which is involved in nucleic ac [..]

DNA sequences that form the coding region for a protein that down-regulates the expression of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). nef is short for negative factor.

Genes whose abnormal expression, or Mutation are associated with the development, Growth, or progression of Neoplasms.

Genes whose entire sequences are contained within other Genes.

Tumor Suppressor Genes located on the long arm of Human Chromosome 17 in the region 17q11.2. Mutation of these Genes is thought to cause Neurofibromatosis 1, Watson Syndrome, and LEOPARD Syndrome.

Tumor Suppressor Genes located on the long arm of Human Chromosome 22. Mutation or loss of these Genes causes Neurofibromatosis 2.

Genes whose Nucleotide Sequences overlap to some degree. The overlapped sequences may involve structural or Regulatory Genes of eukaryotic or Prokaryotic Cells.

The functional hereditary units of Plants.

A single Gene that influences several distinct and seemly unrelated phenotypic outcomes.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for retroviral Enzymes including Reverse Transcriptase, protease, and endonuclease/Integrase. "pol" is short for polymerase, the enzyme class of Rev [..]

The B-Cell Leukemia/Lymphoma-1 Genes, associated with various Neoplasms when overexpressed. Overexpression results from the t(11;14) translocation, which is characteristic of mantle zone-derived B-Cel [..]

The functional hereditary units of protozoa.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for at least three Proteins which regulate the expression of Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 and Human T-lymphotropic virus 2. The Proteins are p21(x), p27(rex), [..]

Genes involved in activating the enzyme VDJ Recombinase. RAG-1 is located on Chromosome 11 in Humans (Chromosome 2 in Mice) and is expressed exclusively in maturing Lymphocytes.

Genes that influence the Phenotype only in the homozygous state.

Genes which regulate or circumscribe the activity of other Genes; specifically, Genes which code for Proteins or RNAs which have Gene Expression Regulation functions.

Family of Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (v-rel) originally isolated from an Avian Reticuloendotheliosis Virus strain. The Proto-Oncogene rel (c-rel) codes for a subcellular (nuclear and cytoplas [..]

Genes whose expression is easily detectable and therefore used to study promoter activity at many positions in a target Genome. In Recombinant DNA Technology, these Genes may be attached to a Promoter [..]

Tumor Suppressor Genes located on Human Chromosome 13 in the region 13q14 and coding for a Family of phosphoproteins with Molecular Weights ranging from 104 kDa to 115 kDa. One copy of the wild-type R [..]

Genes, found in both prokaryotes and Eukaryotes, which are transcribed to produce the RNA which is incorporated into Ribosomes. Prokaryotic rRNA Genes are usually found in Operons dispersed throughout [..]

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Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (v-sis) originally isolated from the Simian Sarcoma Virus (SSV). The Proto-Oncogene c-sis codes for a Growth factor which is the B chain of Platelet-Derived Growth [..]

Retrovirus-associated DNA sequences (src) originally isolated from the Rous sarcoma virus (RSV). The Proto-Oncogene src (c-src) codes for a protein that is a member of the Tyrosine Kinase Family and w [..]

The primary Testis-determining Gene in mammalians, located on the Y Chromosome. It codes for a high mobility group box Transcription Factor (Transcription Factors) which initiates the development of t [..]

Genes that have a suppressor Allele or suppressor Mutation (Suppression, Genetic) which cancels the effect of a previous Mutation, enabling the wild-type Phenotype to be maintained or partially restor [..]

Genes that cause the epigenotype (i.e., the interrelated developmental pathways through which the Adult organism is realized) to switch to an alternate Cell Lineage-related pathway. Switch complexes c [..]

Biologically functional sequences of DNA chemically synthesized In Vitro.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for the protein responsible for trans-activation of transcription (tat) in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

DNA sequences, in Cells of the T-Lymphocyte lineage, that code for T-Cell Receptors. The TcR Genes are formed by somatic rearrangement (see Gene Rearrangement, T-Lymphocyte and its Children) of germli [..]

DNA sequences encoding the alpha chain of the T-Cell Receptor. The genomic Organization of the TcR alpha Genes is essentially the same in all species and is similar to the Organization of Ig Genes.

DNA sequences encoding the beta chain of the T-Cell Receptor. The genomic Organization of the TcR beta Genes is essentially the same in all species and is similar to the Organization of Ig Genes.

DNA sequences encoding the delta chain of the T-Cell Receptor. The delta-chain locus is located entirely within the alpha-chain locus.

DNA sequences encoding the gamma chain of the T-Cell Receptor. The Human gamma-chain locus is organized similarly to the TcR beta-chain locus.

Tumor Suppressor Genes located on the short arm of Human Chromosome 17 and coding for the phosphoprotein p53.

Genes whose gain-of-function alterations Lead to Neoplastic Cell Transformation. They include, for example, Genes for activators or stimulators of Cell Proliferation such as Growth factors, Growth Fac [..]

Genes that are used transgenically, i.e., via Gene Transfer Techniques to induce Cell Death.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for a protein that regulates the expression of the viral structural and regulatory Proteins in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). rev is short for regulator [..]

Genes that inhibit expression of the Tumorigenic Phenotype. They are normally involved in holding cellular Growth in check. When Tumor Suppressor Genes are inactivated or lost, a barrier to normal pro [..]

DNA sequences that form the coding region for the vif (Virion infectivity factor) protein that is important for the Generation of infectious Virions in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The former n [..]

The functional hereditary units of Viruses.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for a Trans-Activator protein that specifies rapid Growth in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). vpr is short for Viral Protein R, where R is undefined.

DNA sequences that form the coding region for the HIV-1 regulatory protein vpu (viral protein U) that greatly increases the export of Virus Particles from infected Cells. The vpu Genes are not present [..]

Genes that are located on the X Chromosome.

Genes that are located on the Y Chromosome.

A category of nucleic acid sequences that function as units of Heredity and which code for the basic instructions for the development, Reproduction, and Maintenance of organisms.

Specifically, a gene is a sequence of nucleotides coding for a protein (or, in some cases, part of a protein). A gene may exist in alternative forms, called alleles. Most genes have existed unaltered [..]

The basic physical unit of inheritance. A gene is a short segment of DNA (or in the case of some viruses, RNA) that contains instructions for making proteins. See Related Term(s): Deoxyribonucleic Acid, Genome, Protein, Ribonucleic Acid

A hereditary unit that occupies a specific locus on a chromosome; stretches of DNA within a chromosome that contain specific information needed by the cell to make the proteins that control the growth [..]

A unit of inheritence carried on a chromosome, transmitted from generation to generation by the gametes and controlling some aspects of the development of an individual.

Stores the biological information we inherit from our parents, affecting the way we look and how our bodies work and grow.

Segment of DNA in the chromosome that codes for a trait and determines how a trait will develop.

A specific segment of DNA in a chromosome that produces a specific product or has an assigned

Pieces of DNA with information the body uses to make new cells and specific proteins; also used to pass traits from parents to offspring.

a unit of genetic material (DNA); a segment of DNA encoding a protein molecule; a segment of DNA that contains the information for a specific function.

A hereditary unit consisting of a sequence of DNA that occupies a specific location on a chromosome and determines a particular characteristic in an organism.

The fundamental physical and functional unit of heredity. A gene is a section of a DNA molecule, or an ordered sequence of nucleotides located in a particular position on a particular chromosome that encodes a specific functional product (such as a protein or an RNA molecule).

the fundamental unit of heredity; a piece of genetic material (usually DNA, but sometimes RNA) that carries instructions for the production of a particular protein

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

Segment of a DNA molecule carrying instructions for the construction of a protein; a unit of heredity. 

Segment of a DNA molecule carrying instructions for the construction of a protein; a unit of heredity.

A sequence of genetic material that provides the information to make a specific protein.

the fundamental unit of heredity. Usually a string of DNA, but RNA genes are known.

 A stretch of DNA with enough genetic information in it to form a protein

A sequence of DNA which codes for the synthesis of a specific protein or has a specific regulatory function.

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein. (Definition from: Physician Data Query via Unified Medical Language System

A unit of hereditary information. A gene is a section of a DNA molecule that specifies the production of a particular protein.

A piece of DNA that carries the information needed to make a specific protein.

A gene is the basic unit of hereditary information. It is made of DNA

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

A portion of DNA that has a message encoded in its chemical structure. Genes are the inherited genetic instructions that give organisms their characteristics. By changing the sequence of genes, turnin [..]

A hereditary unit that is composed of a sequence of DNA and occupies a specific position or locus.

A DNA region that corresponds to a single protein, a set of alternately spliced protein isoforms, or an RNA. The sequence of a gene consists of the entire functional unit and includes noncoding regulatory sequences and introns, as well as coding regions.

n. "Genoese coin," s.v. jane OED. KEY: gene@n

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An area along a chromosome typically encompassing the information necessary to encode one protein.

Structurally, a basic unit of hereditary material; an ordered sequence of nucleotide bases that encodes a product (this product could be just RNA like rRNA or finally coding for a protein). The gene i [..]

A unit of genetic inheritance. generative growth reproductive phase of a plant in which it produces flowers and fruit.

The basic unit of inheritance.

The functional unit of heredity.

A genomic region composed of exons and introns. Genes represent sequences that are transcribed into RNA, which is transcribed into proteins.

The fundamental physical and functional unit of heredity. A gene is an ordered sequence of nucleotides located in a particular position on a particular chromosome that encodes a specific functional pr [..]

A functional unit of heredity which occupies a specific position (locus) on a particular chromosome, is capable of reproducing itself exactly at each cell division, and directs the formation of a protein or other product.

a locatable region of genomic sequence, corresponding to a unit of inheritance, which is associated with regulatory regions, transcribed regions and/or other functional sequence regions.

An element of deoxyribonucleic acid that transmits a hereditary characteristic.

The basic unit of heredity; coded pieces of information in a cell that direct an organism's replication and functioning.

the code in a DNA sequence which carries information for protein formation. Genes are passed on from parents to children and give all the information needed for the formation and development of an org [..]

A unit of heredity, usually a stretch of genetic material (DNA or RNA) with a defined function in the organism or cell, such as one for a protein. There are many genes within a genome. For example, th [..]

A diminutive of Eugene, also used as a formal male given name. ----

  Tiny structures of DNA which determine such things as the colour of a person’s eyes. VWD is caused by an abnormal gene on chromosome 12. gynecologist 

A gene is a length of DNA or genetic code which contains the necessary instructions for cells to make one particular protein. Cells then use these proteins to carry out a huge range of functions aroun [..]

A specific sequence of DNA or RNA that is located on a chromosome. A gene is the functional unit of inheritance controlling transmission and expression of one or more traits by specifying the structure of a particular protein.

A region of DNA that controls a hereditary trait in an individual.

A specific sequence of DNA or RNA; the biological unit of heredity located in a specific place on a chromosome and found in all cells in the body. When genes are missing or damaged, cancer may occur. Gene therapy

A unit of DNA that determines and transmits hereditary characteristics from parent to offspring.

See BMPR2 gene

A gene is the basic unit of heredity in a living organism. All living things contain genes. Genes hold the information to build and maintain their cells and pass genetic traits to offspring. Genetic C [..]

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins.

a unit of genetic material that belongs on a chromosome, and to which belongs a segment of the double-helix molecule of DNA.

A region of a chromosome, containing a length of DNA that behaves as a particulate unit in inheritance and determines the development of a specific trait.

Short form of Eugene.