X-inactivation

Noun

Meaning

X-inactivation (uncountable)

lyonization

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Lee, J. T., Davidow, L. S., Warshawsky, D., (1999), Tisx, a gene antisense to Xist at the X-inactivation centre. Source: Internet

Rougeulle, C., Avner, P. (2003), Controlling X-inactivation in mammals: what does the centre hold? Source: Internet

Some carriers have been noted to have slightly reduced body hair, delayed puberty, and/or tall stature, presumably due to skewed X-inactivation. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

X-gal x-head screw x-height x-intercept X-irradiate X-junction