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Fields of Study > epidemiology > molecular epidemiology
Preferred Term:

molecular epidemiology

Definition:
The application of molecular biology to the answering of epidemiological questions, including the role of genetic factors in disease occurrences in populations and individuals as well as the molecular detection and identification of infectious pathogens.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
epidemiology
Related Concepts:
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/68368
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