Phenomena and Processes

Genetic Background

The entire genetic composition of a strain or individual that interacts with a gene of interest.

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Abstract

The entire genetic composition of a strain or individual that interacts with a gene of interest.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Background, Genetic
  • Backgrounds, Genetic
  • Genetic Backgrounds

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History Note

2016

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Previous Indexing

  • Genetics (1963-2015)

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  1. G05.346

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Genetic Background. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000068617. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000068617
  2. Genetic Background. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q70681864