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genetic marker
noun
Definition of GENETIC MARKER
: a readily recognizable genetic trait, gene, DNA segment, or gene product used for identification especially when closely linked to a trait or genetic material that is difficult to identify
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First Known Use of GENETIC MARKER
1950
Medical Dictionary
genetic marker
noun
Medical Definition of GENETIC MARKER
: a readily recognizable genetic trait, gene, DNA segment, or gene product used for identification purposes especially when closely linked to a trait or to genetic material that is difficult to identify—called also marker
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