Human genome

Human genome

The human genome consists of 23 chromosome and the small mitochondrial DNA. 22 of the 23 chromosomes are autosomal chromosome pairs and the last one being a gender-determining pair. In total, the human genome contains the sequences of the 3 billion chemical base pairs that make up human DNA and approximately 20,000-25,000 genes. By understanding human genome, scientists are able to develop new medical applications that can significantly advance the state of health care.

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bikarbonát

Orvosi; Human genome

Inorganic salts that contain the -HCO3 radical. They are an important factor in determining the pH of the blood and the concentration of bicarbonate ions is regulated by the kidney. Levels in the ...

kétoldali

Orvosi; Human genome

1) Of, relating to, or affecting the right and left sides of the body or the right and left members of paired organs. 2) Having bilateral symmetry.

epe

Orvosi; Human genome

A fluid made by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile is excreted into the small intestine, where it helps digest fat. Definition from: National Cancer Institute dictionary.

epevezeték

Orvosi; Human genome

1) A duct by which bile passes from the liver or gallbladder to the duodenum. 2) A tube through which bile passes in and out of the liver.

bilirubin

Orvosi; Human genome

1) A bile pigment that is a degradation product of heme. 2) Substance formed when red blood cells are broken down. Bilirubin is part of the bile, which is made in the liver and is stored in the ...

végbélnyílás

Orvosi; Human genome

1) The terminal segment of the large intestine, beginning from the ampulla of the rectum and ending at the opening. 2) The opening of the rectum to the outside of the body.

szorongás

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1) Feeling of distress or apprehension whose source is unknown. 2) Vague uneasy feeling of discomfort or dread accompanied by an autonomic response (the source often nonspecific or unknown to the ...