SNP
n. countable C2 Proficiency snp
n. Stands for single nucleotide polymorphism. A tiny difference in DNA between people. Doctors use this to check your health risks or family history.
n. Abbreviation for single nucleotide polymorphism. A single base-pair variation in the DNA sequence at a specific position in the genome. Used primarily in genetics and medicine.
The test found a SNP linked to eye color.
Researchers tracked the SNP to understand why some patients reacted poorly to the drug.
Genome-wide association studies rely on mapping thousands of SNPs to identify genetic markers for complex diseases like diabetes.