Concept information
Preferred term
Genomic Imprinting
Type
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mesh:Descriptor
Definition
- The variable phenotypic expression of a GENE depending on whether it is of paternal or maternal origin, which is a function of the DNA METHYLATION pattern. Imprinted regions are observed to be more methylated and less transcriptionally active. (Segen, Dictionary of Modern Medicine, 1992)
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Genetic Imprinting
- Imprinting, Genetic
- Parental Imprinting
Allowable Qualifier(s)
In other languages
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French
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Empreinte génomique parentale
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Empreinte parentale
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-F6MC19LS-R
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