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Mutation, Missense
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Definition
: A mutation in which a codon is mutated to one directing the incorporation of a different amino acid. This substitution may result in an inactive or unstable product. (From A Dictionary of Genetics, King & Stansfield, 5th ed)
See Also
Amino Acid Substitution
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Point Mutation
Other names
Mutations, Missense; Missense Mutations; Missense Mutation
