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6. What is the definition of Proband?

Proband, proposito (male proband), or proposita (female proband) is a term used most often in medical genetics to denote a particular subject being studied or reported on. On pedigrees, the proband is noted with an arrow and the box (male) or circle (female) shaded accordingly. It is important to denote the proband, so that the relationship to other individuals can be seen and patterns established.

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