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Gene Expression

Medical Definition:	The phenotypic manifestation of a gene or genes by the processes of GENETIC TRANSCRIPTION and GENETIC TRANSLATION.
Previously Indexed:	Gene Expression Regulation (1981-1989),Genes (1966-1980),Phenotype (1969-1989)

Gene Expression Categories.

	Transcription, Genetic - The transfer of genetic information from DNA to messenger RNA by DNA-directed RNA polymerase. It includes reverse transcription and transcription of early and late genes expressed early in an organism's life cycle or during later development.
	Translation, Genetic - Formation of peptides on ribosomes, directed by messenger RNA.

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