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Familial

Definition(s)

Describes a trait that is observed with higher frequency within the same family, whether the etiology is genetic or environmental, or a combination of the two

Definition from: GeneTestsThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. from the University of Washington and Children's Health System, Seattle

Tending to occur in more members of a family than expected by chance alone <a familial disorder>.

Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical DictionaryThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. by Merriam-Webster Inc.

Related discussion in the Handbook

 
Published: January 23, 2009