pleiotropy
One gene contributes to multiple phenotypic effects. Example: PKU causes many seemingly unrelated symptoms, ranging from mental retardation to hair/skin changes.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Medical
- Category: Medical genetics
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