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inborn
[in´born]1. genetically determined, and present at birth; see also inborn error of metabolism.
2. congenital.
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in·born
(in'bōrn),Initiated during development in utero. In the specific context of inborn error of metabolism, it connotes a genetic disruption of an enzyme. See: inborn error of metabolism.
Synonym(s): innate
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inborn
(ĭn′bôrn′)adj.
Existing naturally or by heredity rather than being learned through experience: "Flight is an inborn skill; young birds don't have to learn how" (Marie Read).
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in·born
(in'bōrn)Implanted during development in utero. In the specific context of inborn error of metabolism, it connotes a genetic disruption of an enzyme.
See: inborn errors of metabolism
Synonym(s): innate.
See: inborn errors of metabolism
Synonym(s): innate.
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inborn
Of qualities or characteristics that are genetically determined rather than being acquired after conception.Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005