Polygenic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to an inheritable character that is controlled by several genes at once; of or related to or determined by polygenes.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The polygenic nature of height in humans makes it challenging to pinpoint a single gene responsible for variations in stature.
- Research on polygenic traits such as intelligence and obesity has shown the intricate interactions of multiple genes that contribute to their development.
- The study found that the polygenic basis of skin color is influenced by several genes that interact to produce a wide range of skin tones.
- Polygenic disorders, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, are often difficult to treat due to their complex genetic underpinnings.
- The discovery of polygenic variants associated with increased risk of mental health conditions has the potential to revolutionize the field of psychiatric genetics.