holandric gene

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Noun holandric gene has 1 sense

Y-linked gene, holandric gene - a gene located on a Y chromosome
--₁ is a kind of gene, cistron, factor

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Holandric Gene

Definition: A holandric gene, also known as a Y-linked gene, is a gene located on the Y chromosome which is only passed down from fathers to their male offspring.

Sample Sentences:

The holandric gene responsible for male pattern baldness is inherited along the paternal line.
Scientists are studying the holandric gene to better understand the genetic basis of male-specific disorders.
Since holandric genes are found exclusively on the Y chromosome, they are not present in females.

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