nollaalleeli
Nollaalleeli is a term used in genetics to describe an allele that results in a complete loss of function for the gene it is part of. When an individual is homozygous for a nollaalleeli, meaning they have two copies of this specific allele, the gene product is entirely absent or non-functional. This can lead to significant phenotypic consequences depending on the importance of the gene.
The term "nollaalleeli" originates from the Finnish language, where "nolla" means zero, and "alleeli" refers to
Identifying nollaalleelit is crucial in genetic research and diagnostics. They are often studied to understand the