A cat (organism) that has only a single chromosome rather than a pair or a chromosome segment; also refers any X-linked trait in male cats (individuals), who normally only have one X chromosome . Deletions that result on one autosome can produces hemizygosity in both males and females.
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<genetics> A situation within a cell where only one copy of a gene or group of genes is present instead of the usual two copies per gene in a diploid genome. The word is used as in the following example: the cell is hemizygous for gene X. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
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Having only one copy of a particular gene. For example, in humans, males are hemizygous for genes fo
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Type: Term Pronunciation: hem′ē-zī′gŭs Definitions: 1. Pertaining to a gene of which only one copy is present in an organism having diploid cells. In human beings, refers to genes on the X chromosome in males, which are expressed whether dominant or recessive. Synonyms: hemizygotic
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Hemizygous: Having only a single copy of a gene instead of the customary two copies. All of the gene on the single X chromosome in the male are in the hemizygous state.
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Having one or more genes that have no allele counterparts. Usually applied to genes on the male's X chromosome (in humans).
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