Consanguineous

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Consanguineous (kənˌsaŋɡwɪˈniːəs)

Consanguineous is a term used in medical and genetic contexts to describe a relationship between individuals who share a common ancestor. The word is derived from the Latin consanguineus, which means "of the same blood".

Etymology

The term "consanguineous" comes from the Latin consanguineus, with con- meaning "together" and sanguineus meaning "blood". It was first used in English in the 14th century.

Definition

In a medical or genetic context, a consanguineous relationship is one where two individuals share a common ancestor. This is often used to describe close familial relationships, such as between siblings or between parents and children.

Related Terms

  • Inbreeding: The production of offspring from the mating or breeding of individuals or organisms that are closely related genetically.
  • Endogamy: The practice of marrying within a specific social group, caste, or ethnic group, rejecting others on such a basis.
  • Pedigree: A diagram that shows the occurrence and appearance of phenotypes of a particular gene or organism and its ancestors from one generation to the next.
  • Genetic disorder: A genetic problem caused by one or more abnormalities in the genome, especially a condition that is present from birth (congenital).

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