Glossary of Medical and Molecular Genetics

This French / English glossary of medical and molecular genetics is intended for students in human and biological sciences as well as medical and para-medical personnel. It is mainly a tool for teaching and research. This glossary contains terminology frequently used in clinics and the laboratory. Within all areas of genetics the utilisation of terms in the glossary may also evolve with time or develop specific conations in different areas of study. There is no direct correspondence between the French and English terms defined in these glossaries. Certain terms exist in only one of these languages. Also the utilisation of a given term may differ to some extent between French and English. The definitions of terms common to both glossaries are not necessarily literal translations of one another. Suggestions, corrections as well as the addition of new terms are welcomed. We are grateful to the authors of those references who have contributed to the preparation of this glossary.