Definition of Polymorphism

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Polymorphism

The term 'Polymorphism' as it applies to the area of gnome research can be defined as 'Difference in DNA sequence among individuals that may underlie differences in health. Genetic variations occurring in more than 1% of a population would be considered useful polymorphisms for genetic linkage analysis'.

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