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GO: Biological Process

genomic imprinting

Term ID
GO:0071514
Synonyms
  • DNA imprinting
  • establishment of genomic imprinting
  • genetic imprinting
Definition
The establishment of epigenetic modifications (imprints) during gametogenesis, and propagation of these imprints during the organism's life. Genomic imprinting leads to an asymmetry between the maternal and paternal alleles and differential expression of the corresponding alleles. This can happen through heterochromatin formation or differential chromatin loop formation. (3)
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GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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