Breeder
Breeder
Breeder (/ˈbriːdər/), from the Old English brēdan meaning "to nourish, cherish, keep warm", is a term used in various medical contexts. It is often associated with the field of genetics and reproductive medicine, where it refers to an organism that produces offspring.
Definition
In the context of medicine, a breeder is an individual or organism that is capable of producing offspring. This term is often used in the field of genetics to refer to organisms that are used for the purpose of studying genetic traits and inheritance patterns.
Usage in Medicine
In reproductive medicine, the term breeder is used to refer to individuals or organisms that are used for the purpose of producing offspring for study or for the purpose of increasing the population of a particular species. This can include humans, animals, or even plants.
In the field of genetics, breeders are often used in studies to understand the inheritance of certain traits. By breeding organisms with specific traits, scientists can observe the patterns of inheritance and gain a better understanding of how certain traits are passed on from one generation to the next.
Related Terms
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in organisms.
- Reproductive Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with prevention, diagnosis and management of reproductive problems.
- Trait: A characteristic or attribute that is genetically determined.
- Inheritance: The process by which genetic traits are passed from parents to their offspring.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Breeder
- Wikipedia's article - Breeder
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