DNA polymorphism
[/ˌdiːɛnˈeɪ pɒlɪˈmɔːfɪzəm/]
nounmasculinepl: DNA polymorphisms
polimorfismo de DNA
1. Variation in DNA sequences among individuals of the same species, where different versions of the same DNA segment exist at a particular chromosomal location
DNA polymorphism is commonly used in forensic analysis to identify individuals.
O polimorfismo de DNA é comumente usado em análise forense para identificar indivíduos.
2. Genetic variation that occurs when a segment of DNA differs between individuals, often used as genetic markers in population studies
Researchers studied DNA polymorphism to understand the genetic diversity of the population.
Os pesquisadores estudaram o polimorfismo de DNA para entender a diversidade genética da população.
3. The existence of multiple alleles at a locus in a population, detectable at the molecular level through DNA sequencing
DNA polymorphism analysis revealed significant genetic differences between the two ethnic groups.
A análise de polimorfismo de DNA revelou diferenças genéticas significativas entre os dois grupos étnicos.
DNA polymorphism is a crucial concept in modern genetics research in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it is extensively used in forensic medicine, paternity testing, and population genetics studies. In the USA, it is fundamental to personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics. The term is used professionally across both countries in academic, medical, and legal contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
genetic fingerprinting using DNA polymorphism
DNA polymorphism-based paternity testing
population genetics and DNA polymorphism
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