genetic marker
noun
: 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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The tests have health screenings for over 280 genetic markers, trait insights from over 30 physical markers, and a living report with ongoing updates to any health changes.
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Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025
Companies like Dewey Scientific use genetic markers to develop high-quality cannabis varieties with unique traits that go beyond traditional standards.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
Only a small group of Hun-period individual genomes shared key genetic markers of late Xiongnu Empire leaders.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 24 Feb. 2025
The number of genetic markers tested also plays a role in accuracy.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025
Companies like Dewey Scientific use genetic markers to develop high-quality cannabis varieties with unique traits that go beyond traditional standards.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
Only a small group of Hun-period individual genomes shared key genetic markers of late Xiongnu Empire leaders.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 24 Feb. 2025
The number of genetic markers tested also plays a role in accuracy.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Genetic marker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/genetic%20marker. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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