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Meaning of gene expression profile: Information about all messenger RNAs that are made in various cell types.

Definition of gene expression profile

Information about all messenger RNAs that are made in various cell types. A gene expression profile may be used to find and diagnose a disease or condition and to see how well the body responds to treatment. Gene expression profiles may be used in personalized medicine.

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