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X-linked (eks´linkt) transmitted by genes on the X chromosome; sex-linked.
X-linked Located on the X chromosome, one of the sex chromosomes. X-linked genes follow a characteristic pattern of inheritance from one generation to the next. Mentioned in: Lipidoses, Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome X-linked [eks′ lingkt] pertaining to genes or to the characteristics or conditions they transmit that are carried on the X chromosome. Compare Y-linked. See also sex-linked disorder. X linkage, n. X-linked traits transmitted by genes on the X chromosome; sex-linked; the categories are X-linked dominant, X-linked recessive. X-linked agammaglobinemia see Bruton's agammaglobulinemia. X-linked trait sex-linked, e.g. coat color in cats, hemophilia. X-linked Sex linked Genetics adjective Referring to a mode of transmission in which a trait or gene is linked to the X chromosome and generally expressed only in males. See Gene, Mutation, Sex chromosome. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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