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GlossaryGenetic Inheritance

process by which parents pass genes to offspring

Genetic inheritance, also known as heredity, is the process by which genetic information is passed from parents to their offspring through their genes. This transfer of genetic material determines various traits and characteristics, such as eye color, hair type, and susceptibility to certain diseases, including conditions like alopecia.

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research Inheritance-Specific Dysregulation of Th1 and Th17-Associated Cytokines in Alopecia Areata

1 citations, August 2023 in “Biomolecules”

Certain immune-related proteins are higher in people with alopecia and their healthy relatives, hinting at a genetic link.

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community Hair loss and ethnicity - Caucasian men the most likely to experience hair loss

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The conversation discusses how Caucasian men are more likely to experience hair loss due to genetic predisposition, with factors like the androgen receptor on the X chromosome playing a significant role. The user also expresses confusion about the evolutionary reasons for hair loss, especially in colder climates where it would seem beneficial to retain hair for warmth.