Concept information
Preferred term
germline mutation
Definition
- Germline mutation is an alteration of genetic matter which occurs after the time of conception and affects germ cells (eggs and sperm). A principal consequence of affecting germ cells is that such mutations may be passed to offspring. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Germline Mutation]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/germline_mutation
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