Allele

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Allele Definition

Mutually exclusive alternative forms of the same gene occupying the same locus on homologous chromosomes, differing in DNA sequence and governing the same biochemical and developmental process.

Allele Synonyms

Allele, Alleles

Terms in Allele category

Low Penetrance Allele