X-linked
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X-linked
(ĕks′lĭngkt′)adj.
Of, relating to, or characterized by genes located on the X chromosome.
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X-linked
(ˈɛksˌlɪŋkt)adj.
1. of or pertaining to a trait controlled by a gene or genes on the Xchromosome.
2. of or pertaining to a gene on an Xchromosome.
[1945–50]
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X-linked
(ĕks′lĭngkt′) Relating to an inherited trait controlled by a gene on an X-chromosome.
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Adj. 1. X-linked - relating to genes or characteristics or conditions carried on the X chromosome; "an X-linked mutation"
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X-link·ed
a. rel. a caracteres genéticos que se relacionan con el cromosoma x.
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