genetic profile

Definition / meaning of genetic profile

Information about specific genes, including variations and gene expression, in an individual or in a certain type of tissue. A genetic profile may be used to help diagnose a disease or learn how the disease may progress or respond to treatment with drugs or radiation.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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