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euploid

/juːˈploɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does euploid mean?

adjective

Having the normal number of chromosomes in the cells of an organism, especially one that is not a multiple of the haploid number. In genetics, a euploid organism is one that has a complete set of chromosomes.

Example

"The new medical research focused on understanding the genetic makeup of euploid individuals to better diagnose and treat chromosomal disorders."

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