BusinessAugust 16, 2026

monogenic

MON-oh-JEN-ick

Definition

Relating to a condition, trait, or disease caused by the mutation of a single gene.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'monos' (single) and 'genesis' (origin or production). It entered scientific terminology in the 20th century to describe genetic traits controlled by a single locus.

In the news

The article highlights how Basecare’s genetic screening products are increasingly relevant due to national policies regarding the prevention of monogenic diseases. It underscores the company's role in identifying hereditary conditions caused by single-gene defects.

Suzhou Basecare Cuts Losses as Genetic Testing and Culture Media Drive Revenue Surge

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