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MISSENSE MUTATION

\mˈɪsəns mjuːtˈe͡ɪʃən], \mˈɪsəns mjuːtˈe‍ɪʃən], \m_ˈɪ_s_ə_n_s m_j_uː_t_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\

Definitions of MISSENSE MUTATION

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A mutation in which a codon is mutated to one directing the incorporation of a different amino acid. This substitution may result in an inactive or unstable product. (From A Dictionary of Genetics, King & Stansfield, 5th ed)

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