Genetic Predisposition to Disease (definition)

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Definition: A latent susceptibility to disease at the genetic level, which may be activated under certain conditions.

latent susceptibility to disease only: coordinate with specific disease/genet; for positive genetic predisposition (like longevity) use specific trait/genet
See Also Gene-Environment Interaction; Genetic Association Studies; Genetic Testing
Examples Anticipation, Genetic

Other names Susceptibilities, Genetic; Predispositions, Genetic; Genetic Susceptibilities; Genetic Predispositions; Susceptibility, Genetic; Predisposition, Genetic; Genetic Susceptibility; Genetic Predisposition

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