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Point Mutation

Medical Definition: A mutation caused by the substitution of one nucleotide for another. This results in the DNA molecule having a change in a single base pair.
Guide Notes: see MUTATION for correct use of /drug eff & /rad eff
Previously Indexed: Mutation (1966-1992)

Point Mutation Medical Definitions and Terms

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