phylogenetic

phylogenetic definition - medical

phy·lo·ge·net·ic (fīˌlō-jə-nĕtˈĭk)

adjective
  1. Of or relating to phylogeny or phylogenetics.
  2. Relating to or based on evolutionary development or history.

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