MeSH

The transmission of traits encoded in GENES from parent to offspring.

Year introduced: 2003
Date introduced: July 3, 2002

Used for mechanisms of heredity and the genetics of organisms, for the genetic basis of normal and pathologic states, and for the genetic aspects of endogenous chemicals. It includes biochemical and molecular influence on genetic material.

Year introduced: 1978
Date introduced: May 16, 1977