Definition for Y-linked gene

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1) In mammals, Y-linkage refers to when a phenotypic trait is determined by an allele (or gene) on the Y chromosome. It is also known as holandric inheritance.

2) The pattern of inheritance that results from genes located only on the Y chromosome.

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