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    Genetic variant

    Genetic variants define a gene that has encountered a permanent change in its DNA sequence. Some, but not all, genetic variants result in a disease. Genetic variants can be inherited or can develop overtime.

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    OCT 31, 2023
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    OCT 20, 2023
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    OCT 08, 2023
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    OCT 04, 2023
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  • AUG 30, 2023
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    AUG 22, 2023
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    AUG 17, 2023
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    AUG 01, 2023
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    JUL 27, 2023
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    JUL 23, 2023
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    6 1
     
     
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    JUN 29, 2023
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    JUN 28, 2023
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    JUN 14, 2023
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  • JUN 12, 2023
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    JUN 06, 2023
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