gene-environment interaction
Gene-environment interaction refers to the interplay between a person's genetic makeup and external factors or stimuli, such as diet, lifestyle, or exposure to toxins, which collectively influence the expression of genes and determine an individual's traits, health outcomes, or susceptibility to certain diseases.
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