Genetic locus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-012207",
  "term": "Genetic locus",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Genetic Locus",
  "definition": "Specific regions that are mapped within a genome. Genetic loci are usually identified with a shorthand notation that indicates the chromosome number and the position of a specific band along the P or Q arm of the chromosome where they are found. For example the locus 6p21 is found within band 21 of the P-arm of chromosome 6. Many well known genetic loci are also known by common names that are associated with a genetic function or hereditary disease.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "Adapted from NLM Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/genetic-locus/"
}