"X-linked gene" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: X-linked genes [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} X-linked gene (plural X-linked genes)
  1. (genetics) Any gene located on the sex chromosomes. Typically, these genes are found on the X chromosome and not on the Y chromosome. Categories (topical): Genetics Related terms: sex-linked trait, X-linked trait
    Sense id: en-X-linked_gene-en-noun-3OZOtQ1W Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, genetics, medicine, natural-sciences, sciences

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