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Marker

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noun, plural: markers

(general) Anything that marks or is used to mark, e.g. a location.

(genetics) A gene or DNA sequence with known physical location, and whose pattern of inheritance can be followed.


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In genetics, markers act as chromosomal landmarks. They are used to trace or identify specific region of a gene (especially one that is associated with an inherited disease) on a chromosome. They are also used to determine a linkage group or a recombination event.


Also called: (genetics) genetic marker, marker gene, DNA marker.
See also: genetic map.


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