Heterozygous for PKU

Similar term(s): Heterozygote for PKU, PKU heterozygous, PKU heterozygote.

Definition:

A person with one trait for PKU, that is, has inherited the trait from one parent. As a carrier for PKU, a person heterozygote for PKU is healthy and will not develop symptoms of the disorder. However, they can pass the gene on to their children.

Source: GreenFacts

Related words:

Homozygous for PKU - PKU - Phenylalanine

Translation(s):

Español: Heterocigoto PKU
Français: PCU-Hétérozygote

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