poly·gen·ic
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Definition of polygenic
: of, relating to, mediated by, or constituting polygenes : involving two or more nonallelic genes collectively in determining inherited characteristics : multifactorial sense 1
polygenic inheritance polygenic traits Others think the allergic state is polygenic: transmitted by a number of genes whose combined expression is necessary to make a person allergic.— Paul D. Buisseret
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“Polygenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polygenic. Accessed 4 Jul. 2022.
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polygenic
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Medical Definition of polygenic
: of, relating to, or resulting from polygenes : multifactorial
a polygenic disorder
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The first known use of polygenic was in 1928
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