Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms

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Colleen McBride, Ph.D. defines Susceptibility

Susceptibility

Susceptibility is a condition of the body that increases the likelihood that the individual will develop a particular disease. Susceptibility is influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

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