Genome Glossary and Acronyms
X
- X chromosome
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One of the two sex chromosomes, X and Y.
See also: Y chromosome,sex chromosome - Xenograft
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Tissue or organs from an individual of one species transplanted into or grafted onto an organism of another species, genus, or family. A common example is the use of pig heart valves in humans.
Updated 26-Apr-07
