4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage
Mapping Genes
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Problem 18a
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionThe Rh blood group in humans is determined by a gene on chromosome 1. A dominant allele produces Rh+ blood type, and a recessive allele generates Rh-. Elliptocytosis is an autosomal dominant disorder that produces abnormally shaped red blood cells that have a short life span resulting in hereditary anemia. A large family with elliptocytosis is tested for genetic linkage of Rh blood group and the disease. The lod score data below are obtained for the family.
Over what range of θ do lod scores indicate significant evidence in favor of genetic linkage? <>
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