Haplotype definition

hăplə-tīp
haplotypes
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A set of alleles of different genes that are closely linked on one chromosome and are usually inherited as a unit.
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A set of alleles inherited by an individual from a single parent.
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A set of alleles of different genes that are closely linked on one chromosome and are usually inherited as a unit.
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Singular:
haplotype
Plural:
haplotypes

Origin of haplotype

  • Greek haplous single haploid type

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Haplotype Sentence Examples

  • This time, fully allogeneic CBA mice with the MHC haplotype H2 k were used as transplant recipients.

  • Practical instruction is provided in gene cloning, molecular genetics, PCR and RFLP and haplotype analysis.

  • The principle of haplotype mapping is shown in the Figure.

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