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Tumor Suppressor Gene: Genes that normally function to restrain the growth of tumors: the best understood case is for hereditary retinoblastoma.

Heterogeneity: The quality or state of being heterogeneous, different in kind, unlike, incongruous.

Heterogeneous Mixture: A sample of matter consisting of more than one pure substance and more than one phase. Blood, protoplasm, milk, chocolate, smoke, and chicken soup are examples of heterogeneous mixtures.

Homeobox Genes: Pattern genes that establish the body plan and position of organs in response to gradients of regulatory molecules.

Homogeneity: An insurance policy protecting a homeowner against damage or loss to property.

Germ Line Gene Therapy: An experimental process of inserting genes into germ cells or fertilized eggs to cause a genetic change that can be passed on to offspring. May be used to alleviate effects associated with a . . . View Full Definition

Genetic-Based Discrimination: The practice of requesting or requiring genetic testing information during the hiring process or using genetic testing information to base any other employment decisions or actions.

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO): A term, currently used most often in international trade discussions, that designates crops that carry new traits that have been inserted through advanced genetic engineering methods (e.g., . . . View Full Definition

Genetics: The study of the structure and function of genes and the transmission of genes from parents to offspring.

Homogeneous: Similar or uniform structure or composition throughout.