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Vocabulary Term Details

Genetic disorders

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_disorders)

A genetic disorder is an illness caused by one or more abnormalities in the genome, especially a condition that is present from birth (congenital). (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Functional disorders
N/AGenes
Mutation

This term is used for the following terms: 
Genetic abnormalities
Genetic defects
Hereditary diseases

Approved Date
05-Jun-2013

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