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Term: First Degree Relatives

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-06-21

Definition:

A first degree relative is a family member who shares about 50 percent of their genes with a particular individual in a family. First degree relatives include parents, off spring, and siblings.

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  • Chartier M, Finlayson G, Prior H, McGowan K, Chen H, de Rocquigny J, Walld R, Gousseau M. Health and Healthcare Utilization of Francophones in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)


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