identical allele individual
/ˌaɪdɛnˈtɪsəl ˈæliːl ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/ · i.den.ti.cal.al.le.lev.in.div.i.dual
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- A person or organism that has two identical copies of a particular gene or genetic trait. The identical allele individual was used as a control in the genetic study to compare with the variant allele individual.
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- A genetic sample or cell line that has been engineered to have two identical copies of a particular gene or genetic trait. The researchers used an identical allele individual to study the effects of gene expression on cellular behavior.
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Did you know? The concept of identical allele individuals has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of genetic diseases and developing targeted therapies. For example, researchers have used identical allele individuals to study the genetic basis of sickle cell anemia and develop new treatments for the disease.