genetic marker
noun
: a readily recognizable genetic trait, gene, DNA segment, or gene product used for identification especially when closely linked to a trait or genetic material that is difficult to identify
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The most comprehensive tests look for more than 200,000 genetic markers, while lesser-quality tests may only look for a fraction of that.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
Financial institutions could track the relationship between genetic markers and spending patterns in the process of assessing loans.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 25 Mar. 2025
The tests have health screenings for over 280 genetic markers, trait insights from over 30 physical markers, and a living report with ongoing updates to any health changes.
—Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025
Companies like Dewey Scientific use genetic markers to develop high-quality cannabis varieties with unique traits that go beyond traditional standards.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
Financial institutions could track the relationship between genetic markers and spending patterns in the process of assessing loans.
—Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 25 Mar. 2025
The tests have health screenings for over 280 genetic markers, trait insights from over 30 physical markers, and a living report with ongoing updates to any health changes.
—Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025
Companies like Dewey Scientific use genetic markers to develop high-quality cannabis varieties with unique traits that go beyond traditional standards.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
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“Genetic marker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/genetic%20marker. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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