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Genes, RAG-1

Medical Definition: Genes involved in activating the enzyme VDJ recombinase. RAG-1 is located on chromosome 11 in humans (chromosome 2 in mice) and is expressed exclusively in maturing lymphocytes.
Guide Notes: RAG stands for "Recombination-Activating Gene"

Genes, RAG-1 Medical Definitions and Terms

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