Polymorphism (polymorphia) in metabolism


Polymorphism (polymorphia) in metabolism :

Interindividual variations in metabolism of endo- and exogenous compounds due to genetic influences, leading to enhanced side effects or toxicity of drugs (for example, poor versus fast metabolizers) or to different clinical effects (metabolism of steroid hormones). Related term: ecogenetics, pharmacogenetics, toxicogenetics

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