Definition of X-linked

1. Adjective. Relating to genes or characteristics or conditions carried on the X chromosome. "An X-linked mutation"

Partainyms: X Chromosome

Medical Definition of X-linked

1. On the X chromosome. Linked in genetics does not mean merely associated. An x-linked gene travels with the x chromosome and therefore is part of the x chromosome. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of X-linked

wytes
wyting
wyvern
wyverns
w chromosome
W factor
W locus
W procedure
W rays
X
X
x-axis
X-esotropia
X-exotropia
x-linked (current term)
X-linked
X-linked dominant inheritance
X-linked gene
X-linked gene
X-linked hypogammaglobulinaemia
X-linked ichthyosis
X-linked inheritance
X-linked locus
X-linked recessive inheritance
X-linked SCID
x-omat
X-OR circuit
x-point
X-Pro aminopeptidase
x-radiation

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