Phenomena and Processes

DNA Breaks

Interruptions in the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNA.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Interruptions in the sugar-phosphate backbone of DNA.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • DNA Break
  • Break, DNA
  • Breaks, DNA

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2 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings drug effects, radiation effects.

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History Note

2007

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  1. G05.200w.210

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. DNA Breaks. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D053960. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D053960
  2. DNA Breaks. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q71148759