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What is constitutional DNA?

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃənəl ˈdiˌɛˈneɪ/

constitutional DNA

Definition

Constitutional DNA refers to tissue derived from reproductive cells (egg or sperm) that become incorporated into the DNA of every cell in the body of the offspring. A germline mutation may be passed from parent to offspring. Also called germline DNA.