Genetic terms Flashcards by Laura Brickman

Q

multifactorial

A

more than one gene is involved

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

fully penetrant

A

all individuals with the mutation demonstrate the disease

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

variable expression

A

of the same allele. independent of penetrance. relates to the degree of expression, from weak affects to gross affects

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly