Phenotype

phenotype /phe·no·type/ (fe´nah-tip) the entire physical, biochemical, and physiological makeup of an individual as determined both genetically and environmentally. Also, any one or any group of such traits.phenotyp´ic

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phe·no·type (fn-tp)

n.

1. The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

2. The expression of a specific trait, such as stature or blood type, based on genetic and environmental influences.

3. An individual or group of organisms exhibiting a particular phenotype.

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pheno·typic (-tpk) adj.

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Phenotype

1) The entire physical, biochemical, and physiologic makeup of an individual, as opposed to genotype. 2) The expression of a single gene or gene pair.

Mentioned in: Human Leukocyte Antigen Test

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phenotype (fē´nōtīp),

n term referring to the expression of genotypes that can be directly distinguished (e.g., by clinical observation of external appearance or serologic tests).

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phenotype

1. the outward appearance of the animal in all of its anatomical, physiological and behavioral characteristics as dictated by the genetic and environmental influences in its environment; in contradistinction to genotype in which only the inherited factors are taken into account.

2. an individual exhibiting a certain phenotype; a trait expressed in a phenotype.