monogenic
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to or controlled by a single gene: Describes an inheritable trait or characteristic that is determined by a single pair of genes.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cystic fibrosis is a classic example of a monogenic disorder.
- The inheritance pattern for this trait is monogenic, following simple Mendelian rules.
- Researchers are studying monogenic forms of diabetes.
Advanced Usage
- "monogenic inheritance": The transmission of a trait controlled by a single gene locus.
- Monogenic inheritance patterns are typically easier to predict than polygenic ones.
- "monogenic control": Regulation or determination by a single gene.
- The flower color in Mendel's peas was under monogenic control.
Variants and Related Words
- Monogene (n, rare/technical): A gene responsible for a monogenic trait.
- Monogenically (adv): In a monogenic manner.
- The disease is inherited monogenically.
Synonyms
- Single-gene: Controlled by a single gene.
- Mendelian: Often used synonymously for traits following simple inheritance patterns controlled by single genes.
Related Phrases
(Note: As a technical adjective, 'monogenic' does not commonly form phrasal verbs or idioms. It is primarily used in compound noun phrases.) - Monogenic disease/disorder: A disease caused by a defect in a single gene. - Monogenic trait/character: A characteristic determined by a single gene.
Adjective
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of or relating to an inheritable character that is controlled by a single pair of genes
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