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germline [′jərm ‚līn] (biology) A lineage of cells from which gametes are derived. Also known as germ track. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Another potentially contentious issue is so-called germ-line engineering - making sperm and eggs in the laboratory then changing the DNA. Chapman AR, Frankel MS, Ramsey P, qouted in Cole-Turner R Human Limits: Theological perspective on Germ-Line Modification Designing Our Desendants: The Promises and Perils of Genetic Modification. While it is certainly true that many wish to ban human cloning and germ-line genetic engineering, these represent only very small pieces of the huge biotech pie. |
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